Proms Sasha Obama Goes To Prom!Essence - Paula Rogo The former First Daughter looked gorgeous for her high school prom! The youngest daughter of former President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama looked …
Delta Airlines Delta Airlines Offers Retired Georgia Mailman A Free Trip To HawaiiEssence - Paula Rogo Delta Airlines is stepping in to send Martin Floyd to Hawaii after the story of his last day on the job went viral. He worked as a mail carrier for …
Nipsey Hussle Puma Will Release Nipsey Hussle Collaboration PosthumouslyEssence - Paula Rogo The athletic giant says it still plans on releasing their collaboration after the later rapper’s death. PUMA announced they are still planning to drop …
Remy Ma Remy Ma Headed to Trial for Allegedly Assaulting 'Love & Hip-Hop' CastmateEssence - Paula Rogo The New York rapper, who is facing four charges, is scheduled to go on trial on July 12. Rapper Remy Ma is scheduled to go on trial this summer for …
Father's Day What the ESSENCE Editors Are Getting Their Dads This Father's DayEssence Need some inspiration for Father's Day gifts? ESSENCE is letting readers in on our picks in case you need some inspiration on how to show dad some …
Women of Color An Open Letter To Those Coping With Grief, With Love From Dr. JessEssence - Dr. Jessica Clemons Be well with Dr. Jess! Three ways to cope with grief and get back to happy. As a Resident Psychiatrist, I’ve cared for people who have experienced the …
Vietnam Black Travel Vibes: Explore the Ancient Wonders of VietnamEssence - Danielle Pointdujour ESSENCE's exclusive guide on how to see, taste and experience the hottest destinations in Black travel. Everyone knows that South East Asia is a …
Mississippi Federal Judge Blocks Mississippi’s Anti-Abortion, Fetal ‘Heartbeat’ BillEssence - Kirsten West Savali The law would have gone into effect on July 1. U.S. District Judge Carlton Reeves blocked Mississippi’s restrictive and oppressive heartbeat abortion …
Play buttonWomen of Color Lawmakers Demand Answers During Heated Hearing About Newly Emerged Sandra Bland VideoEssence - Tanya A. Christian The lawsuits involving the wrongful death of Sandra Bland may be settled, but that isn't stopping lawmakers from seeking the truth. On Friday, Texas …
Women of Color A 102-Year-Old Los Angeles Woman Is Being Forced To Vacate Her Home After Nearly 30 YearsEssence - Tanya A. Christian Thelma Smith doesn't know where her next move will be, but her landlord has given her until June 30 to figure it out. An elderly Ladera Heights woman …
T-shirts 10 Empowering T-shirts That Celebrate Black Fatherhood In All Its GloryEssence - Dominique Hobdy The special dad in your life will love these tees! It’s almost time to celebrate the amazing dads in our lives! As Father’s Day approaches (June 16), …
Women of Color Your Greek Graduate Will Love You Forever For These Thoughtful GiftsEssence - Dominique Hobdy From Alpha to Omega, we've got your grad covered! Perhaps one of the only occasions more special than becoming an elite member of the Divine 9 is …
John Legend Sip Rosé This Memorial Day Weekend With John Legend and LVE WinesEssence - Danielle Pointdujour John Legend kicks off summer with his exclusive wine collection. Memorial Day weekend is finally here, which means it’s time to break out the grill …
TSA Stay Fly On The Go With Our TSA-Approved Beauty Must-HavesEssence - Jennifer Ford Toss these goodies in your bag for a beautiful trip in the air and on the ground. It’s always nice to be able to freshen up on the go and especially …
Angela Bassett 13 Times Angela Bassett Reminded Us Why She's Muva To This Beauty GameEssence - Shalwah Evans Because 113 times just seemed unfair. In just 2019 alone Angela Bassett has reminded us why we invest in jade rollers, teeth whitening kits, and …
Women of Color Ask An OB-GYN: What's The Proper Way To Clean My Vibrators and Sexy Toys?Essence - Dr. Tosha Rogers In honor of Masturbation Awareness Month, Dr. Tosha Rogers gives us rules for keeping our sex toys and vibrators squeaky clean. Good news – ESSENCE’s …
Women of Color Ask An OB-GYN: What's The Proper Way To Clean My Vibrators and Sexy Toys?Essence - Dr. Tosha Rogers In honor of Masturbation Awareness Month, Dr. Tosha Rogers gives us rules for keeping our sex toys and vibrators squeaky clean. Good news – ESSENCE’s …
Women of Color Leyna Bloom Is Excited To See Evolving Representations Of Women In FilmEssence - Sydney Scott Bloom made history at this year's Cannes Film Festival, becoming the first transgender woman to star in a film at the festival. Leyna Bloom made …
Women of Color Boston's Museum Of Fine Arts Accused Of Racially Profiling Middle School Students Of ColorEssence - Breanna Edwards The group of Black and Brown students from Helen Y. Davis Leadership Academy were followed around by security guards and told by staff "no food, no …
Jemele Hill Jemele Hill and Fiancé Shut It Down By Recreating The 'APES**T' Video For Their Engagement PhotoshootEssence - Jasmine Grant The soon-to-be-married couple borrowed some inspo from The Carters for their hometown engagement shoot. Sports journalist Jemele Hill and her fiancé …
Holidays 9 Luxury Items You'll Want To Splurge On From Net-A-Porter's Holiday SaleEssence - Shalwah Evans Treat yaself! This weekend might include lots of cookouts and grilling, but don’t forget to add in a little shopping. The holidays are the best time …
Women of Color Father Whose 2nd Grade Daughter Died Surprises Her Classmates With Field TripEssence - Breanna Edwards Jeremy Smith, the father of 8-year-old Jaleia Smith, paid for 111 of her classmates to go to SkyZone in his daughter's honor. The school year is …
Tamera Mowry-Housley Tamera Mowry-Housley Explains Why She's 'Done Having Kids': 'Parenting Is Work'Essence - Keyaira Boone Momma needs time too. And that's the self-care we like to see. Tamera Mowry-Housley doesn’t believe in all work and no play. The Emmy Award-winning …
Jussie Smollett Here's What Was Revealed After Judge Unseals Records In Jussie Smollett Criminal CaseEssence - Sydney Scott Hint: Not Much. A Cook County judge in Chicago ordered documents in the Jussie Smollett case be unsealed on Thursday. Circuit Judge Steven Watkins made …
Women of Color Up Your Cookout Game with Tips from President Obama's Former ChefEssence - Patrice J. Williams You’re probably making a few grilling faux pas. Change that ASAP with help from the man who cooked for the Obamas. Memorial Day is the unofficial …
Play buttonWomen of Color 'Tangible Evidence of Slavery': Last Ship To Transport Enslaved Africans To U.S. Found In AlabamaEssence - Kirsten West Savali The people of Africatown deserve more than soliloquies about slavery; they deserve reparations. If you ever find yourself, somewhere lost and …
Chance the Rapper Chance The Rapper Is Asking Fans To Help His Aunt Find A Kidney: 'She Is In Dire Need'Essence - Keyaira Boone “I really need help,” he tweeted Thursday. Chance The Rapper is activating his faith and his fan base to help his family. The Chicago-bred husband and …
Women of Color Georgia 14-Year-Old Becomes Youngest Student Admitted Into Spelman CollegeEssence - Breanna Edwards Sydney Wilson, who turned 14 just last week, is the youngest student to ever be accepted into the prestigious Spelman College. Sydney Wilson, who just …
Skin After 30 Years In The Game Meagan Good Is Still Skin-sationalEssence - Regina Robertson The actress unlocks the body care secrets to a radiant-looking summer. Though we’re accustomed to seeing her in full glam, on her days off Meagan Good …
Gabrielle Union Gabrielle Union Proves Braids Are Perfect For Every OccasionEssence - Jennifer Ford Plus, check out her new look. If you were to ask Gabrielle Union what’s new, she might mention Kaavia James, her new TV show L.A.’s Finest, or her new …
