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  "Jaja's African Hair Braiding" Proves That Beauty Is the Ultimate Unifier

  POPSUGAR - Ariel Baker

  It's not often that I get to see plays and it's even more rare that I get to see plays with an entirely Black cast. "Jaja's African Hair Braiding" managed to merge the two worlds for a timely yet perpetual story that explores everything from love to friendship, and even immigration in the United …

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  The Remarkable True Story Behind "Lawmen: Bass Reeves"

  POPSUGAR - Alicia Geigel

  Writer and showrunner Taylor Sheridan is known for creatively exploring and highlighting aspects of American history and culture in his many acclaimed works, ranging from TV series like "Yellowstone" to movies like "Sicario." His most recent project, "Lawmen: Bass Reeves," tells the story of Bass …

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  Megan Thee Stallion's "Cobra" Shows Black Women They Can Be Vulnerable and Magical

  POPSUGAR - Christa Janine

  Content Warning: This article contains mention of suicide and suicide ideation. Please proceed thoughtfully. Megan Thee Stallion's much-anticipated music video for "Cobra" was released yesterday, and within hours, it was trending all over social media. Though the visuals and concept for the video …

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  Now That He's Nailed Acting, Jharrel Jerome Wants to Be the "Next Voice in Hip-Hop"

  POPSUGAR - Njera Perkins

  Jharrel Jerome isn't hiding behind self-doubt anymore. It might be hard to believe the 26-year-old — the youngest to ever win an Emmy for outstanding lead actor in a limited series or movie — is anything less than confident, given the praise he's earned for his buzzy onscreen performances, which …

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  Janelle Monáe's "Dirty Computer" Will Forever Be the Anthem to My Own Queer Journey

  POPSUGAR - Noella Williams

  This LGBTQ+ History Month, we're asking writers to reflect on a moment in queer pop culture history that has allowed them to experience queer liberation in their own lives. Check out our coverage here. When Janelle Monáe released "Make Me Feel," the funky hit single off her third studio album, …

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  Tree Braids Are the Latest '90s Hairstyle to Make a Comeback

  POPSUGAR - Ariel Baker

  Though protective styles reign supreme in the summer, they make for easy, low-maintenance options year-round. Not only do you have a myriad of tried-and-true alternatives to choose from like box braids, faux locs, or sew-ins, but every once in a while, a throwback style from the early aughts …