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Chef Kelli Ferrell Brings The Heat To Season 16 Of 'The Real Housewives of Atlanta' - Essence | Essence

Kelli Ferrell opens up about life after divorce, sisterhood on set, and building her culinary empire—one waffle at a time.

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2025 NAACP Images Awards Winners List (Night Two) - Essence | Essence

Doechii, who led the music categories with six nominations, took home Outstanding New Artist during the non-televised ceremony.

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If excessive sweating is messing up your perfectly laid edges, Dr. Corey L. Hartman explains that this can do your hair justice.

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Frederick Douglass Parade Canceled After Maryland National Guard Bows Out Following Trump’s Anti-DEI Order - Essence | Essence

After the Department of Defense declared “identity months” like Black History Month “dead,” National Guard units reportedly declined to participate in the parade.

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21.02.2025

Crate & Barrel And Celebrity Interior Designer Brigette Romanek Collaborate To Release A ‘Fresh And Soulful’ Collection | Essence

The exclusive furniture and décor collection draws on her creative edge and laid-back style to transform any space into a stylish Californian retreat.

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21.02.2025

Lori Harvey Partners With Elisa Johnson's Eyewear Brand On A Curated Capsule - Essence | Essence

Harvey handpicks pieces by the eponymous brand that she leans on and introduces a new silhouette, the Toby.

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21.02.2025

A’ja Wilson Confirms She’s Dating NBA Star Bam Adebayo | Essence

Rumors about the two athletes dating began in 2024, just before the Paris Olympic games; now, the WNBA star is setting the record straight.

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21.02.2025

Andrew Lester Dies Before Sentencing For Shooting Black Teen Ralph Yarl Who Rang Wrong Doorbell - Essence | Essence

The 86-year-old pleaded guilty to second-degree assault as part of a plea deal that carried a maximum sentence of seven years.

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Lindsay Adams’ ‘Keep Your Wonder Moving’ Exhibition - Essence | Essence

As this exhibition unfolds during Black History Month and Frieze LA, the artist’ work takes on a powerful, almost prophetic weight.

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20.02.2025

Cynthia Erivo To Host The 78th Tony Awards At Radio City Music Hall - Essence | Essence

Multi-award-winning star Cynthia Erivo will lead Broadway’s biggest night, airing live on CBS on June 8, 2025.

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20.02.2025

TikTok Star HeyShantaQ Is Delivering Laughs And Saving Lives | Essence

Shanta Quilette Develle Carter-Williams, PhD, is known for her funny videos and for shining a light on the realities of living with cardiovascular disease.

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20.02.2025

Barbie And Black In Fashion Council Team Up On Intentional Partnership - Essence | Essence

BIFC and Barbie announce an interview series centering the three designers who have spoken about specific hurdles they've experienced in the fashion industry.

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20.02.2025

Jalen Hurts’ Mom Supports Her Son With Philadelphia Eagles Gear And Victory Dance | Essence

Pamela Hurts has an extra pep in her step since her quarterback son was named Super Bowl MVP, and she wants everyone to know it.

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WATCH: Prime Video Reveals Trailer For New Thriller, ‘Tyler Perry’s Duplicity’ - Essence | Essence

Starring Kat Graham, Tyler Lepley and RonReaco Lee, the upcoming film premieres March 20.

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20.02.2025

The 8 Best Moments From Part One Of 'The Real Housewives of Potomac' Reunion - Essence | Essence

In part one, the RHOP ladies discuss Karen’s absence, holding Mia’s feet to the fire, and plenty of mean girl messiness.

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The Top Hair Perfumes To Try In 2025 - Essence | Essence

Get ready to level up your hair care routine with these decadent scents.

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Department Of Education Gives Schools Two Weeks To Cut DEI Programs Or Risk Losing Federal Funding - Essence | Essence

The DOE has ordered institutions to stop using “racial preferences” in admissions, financial aid, hiring, or any other areas.

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20.02.2025

Meet Aaliyah Edwards: The History-Making Rookie Who's Redefining Success In The WNBA - Essence | Essence

From being the youngest Canadian Olympian to negotiating groundbreaking NIL deals, the Washington Mystics forward is charting her own path.

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Inside The Black Beauty Club’s Black Beauty Talks Event With Headliner JT - Essence | Essence

The panel discussed the evolution of Black beauty, thanks to keynote speakers.

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Winnie Harlow And Kyle Kuzma Are Engaged! | Essence

The NBA basketball star and top model started dating in April 2020 and couldn’t be more excited about their engagement in the Caribbean.

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Serayah And Joey Bada$$ Celebrated V-Day At This SC Seaside Escape | Essence

They celebrated love and their baby on the way at the ultra-exclusive and artsy A Ma Maniére Beach on Folly Beach. Get an exclusive look at the property.

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Wendy Williams Celebrates Her Dad's 94th Birthday In Miami | Essence

The 60-year-old media icon was granted permission to see her father and also spent quality time with her son.

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Amira Rasool On Designer Platform The Folklore And Merging Fashion With Tech - Essence | Essence

Rasool candidly speaks about building The Folklore, how she supports businesses in their early stages of growth, and offers tips for budding entrepreneurs.

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19.02.2025

RaMell Ross’ ‘Nickel Boys’ Tells A Inescapable Story - Essence | Essence

“This film might inspire someone to become an agent of change,” Ross says. “But ultimately, I hope that it gives people an experience that only they can make use of.”

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Married To Medicine: Season 11, Episode 11: Ain’t No Fun When The Rabbits Got The Gun - Essence | Essence

Tension fills the trip as it's head to head match ups: Dr. Gregory vs. King, Dr. Heavenly vs. Sweet Tea, and Phaedra vs. Apollo and Sherien.

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A beauty writer takes a deep dive into why this body oil, by Taraji P. Henson, is her holy grail product.

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Black Women In Hollywood: Marla Gibbs - Essence | Essence

Through their art, our 2025 honorees Cynthia Erivo, Marla Gibbs, Teyana Taylor and Raamla Mohamed ensure that Black women feel represented

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Black Women In Hollywood: Teyana Taylor - Essence | Essence

Through their art, our 2025 honorees Cynthia Erivo, Marla Gibbs, Teyana Taylor and Raamla Mohamed ensure that Black women feel represented

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19.02.2025

From Beauty To Basketball: How Ayesha Curry Is Building Her Empire, One Eye Cream At A Time - Essence | Essence

During NBA All-Star Weekend, the entrepreneur opens up about skincare secrets, screen-free parenting, and why she's returning to her first love - acting.

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The Black Girl's Guide To Travel: 3 Ways To Take A Trip For Free | Essence

Considering more travel this year? Here are three ways to journey for free and elevate each trip using the money you'll save.

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LeToya Luckett Responds To Pregnancy Questions: 'I Can't Have Anymore Kids' | Essence

The newlywed asked "with love" that people stop assuming women are pregnant because their stomachs aren't flat.

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Will Packer Wants Us To Lean Into ‘Healthy Arrogance’ To Become Successful | Essence

The billion-dollar Hollywood producer’s new book encourages dreamers to establish internal confidence to accomplish their goals.

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ICYMI: anOnlyChild Launches Spring/Summer 2025 Campaign, LaQuan Smith Reveals Latest Collection, And More - Essence | Essence

Keep scrolling below to learn more about these fashion moments from over the weekend.

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The 2025 Roots Picnic Returns To Philadelphia For An Unforgettable Weekend Of Music and Culture - Essence | Essence

D’Angelo, Lenny Kravitz, GloRilla and Tems lead an all-star lineup, with hip-hop and R&B heavyweights set to take the stage at The Mann.

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ICYMI: Ayo Edebiri’s Chocolate Glam, And More - Essence | Essence

The past week in beauty news included a Destiny Child lipstick moment, JT’s dark brown eyeshadow, and so much more.

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Rooted In Tradition: Wellness Practices From The Diaspora You Should Know | Essence

Transform your self-care with ancestral practices that heal on every level.

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RECAP: Inside A’ja Wilson & Hennessy’s Star-Studded WNBA Showcase - Essence | Essence

Victoria Monét, Karrueche Tran, and Jordyn Woods sat courtside as top WNBA talent battled it out in Hennessy’s exclusive 2x2 tournament during All-Star Weekend.

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Every Black Designer Showing & Presenting At London Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2025 - Essence | Essence

Amid the buzzy presentations slated to take place soon designs by Tolu Coker and other designers will also debut in the coming days.

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White Homeowner Pleads Guilty To Assault Charge In Shooting Of Black Teen Ralph Yarl Who Ran Wrong Doorbell - Essence | Essence

The 86-year-old initially faced first-degree assault charges but pleaded guilty to a lesser charge and will avoid a trial. He will be sentenced on March 7.

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Meet The Nigerian Designer Behind Hertunba Ushering In A Cultural Renaissance - Essence | Essence

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Serayah And Joey Bada$$ Celebrated V-Day At This SC Seaside Escape | Essence

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