Exclusive: Octavia Spencer On How She's Caring For Her Mental Health During Social Distancing
The actress partnered with The Child Mind Institute for their #WeThriveInside campaign, which promotes mental wellness amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
11 Incredibly Inspiring Black Women To Follow For Good Vibes Only
Get your daily dose of self-care when you follow these masters of motivation on Instagram.
'Self Made' Star Octavia Spencer Says We Need Male Allies
The Oscar winner credits LeBron James and Maverick Carter for helping her secure the bag during the negotiation process of "Self Made."
Meet The Magical Black Women Bringing Madam C.J. Walker's Story To Netflix
“It was hard to get this done, but we all held hands and said we're going to do it and it happened,” said co-showrunner Janine Sherman Barrios.
Blair Underwood Is Raising A Feminist
The actor, now starring in Netflix's "Self Made," talks to ESSENCE about his upcoming miniseries, coronavirus and the boyfriend advice he'd give his daughter (if she ever needed it).
'From Slave Ship To Space Ship': The Black History Of Space Exploration Detailed In Fascinating New Doc
"Black in Space," premiering tonight on the Smithsonian Channel, shares the Black history of NASA's space program set against the backdrop of the Civil Rights Movement.
Why The Madam C.J. Walker Story ‘Self Made’ Is Not Your Average Biopic
The Netflix series approaches the history of the famed beauty innovator with a fresh 2020 take on storytelling.
Here’s Your First Look At Octavia Spencer And Tiffany Haddish in Netflix's Madam C.J. Walker Series
“Self Made: Inspired by the Life of Madam C.J. Walker” is based on the biography by A'Lelia Bundles, “On Her Own Ground.”
Inside My 90-Minute Visit With Octavia Butler
Author Tananarive Due remembers Butler, who's credited with being the creator of Afrofuturism for good reason.
Tiffany Haddish And More Join Octavia Spencer In Netflix's 'Madam CJ Walker' Series
The Lebron James–produced show will also include Carmen Ejogo, Blair Underwood, Garrett Morris and Kevin Carroll.
Oprah Winfrey Partners With Apple’s New Streaming Platform
Apple TV+ taps into Black Girl Magic through creative partnerships with Oprah Winfrey, Jada Pinkett-Smith, Octavia Spencer and more.
Octavia Spencer's Advice For Getting Equal Pay: 'Take The Emotion Out Of Negotiation'
When it comes to getting your rightful piece of the pie, the Oscar winner believes you have to shoot straight.
Lebron James 'Had To Intervene' To Get Octavia Spencer Equal Pay On Netflix Series
James and Spencer recently worked together on a Madam C.J. Walker biopic.
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Octavia Spencer And LeBron James Are Teaming Up For A Madam C.J. Walker TV Series
It’s the first scripted drama for LeBron’s SpringHill Entertainment.
SNL: Octavia Spencer Reprises Her Role From 'The Help' To Hit Back At Jeff Sessions
This was the 'Hidden Figures' actress’ first time on the late night show.
15 Under $15: Shop The Drugstore Beauty Products Used At The 2017 Oscars
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