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From Reality TV to Real Life: Candiace Dillard Bassett on Motherhood, Career Moves, and the Future #EssenceFest

Candiace Dillard Bassett rose to fame on The Real Housewives of Potomac, which became a stepping stone to expand her…

1 year ago

Capturing New Orleans: Edward Buckles Jr. on ESSENCE Covers, Essence Fest and Film ‘Katrina Babies’

Edward Buckles Jr. is a multi-faceted creative in the realm of visual storytelling. For the 30th anniversary of Essence Fest,…

1 year ago

Jay Ellis Chronicles Childhood Adventures in New Book “Did Everyone Have an Imaginary Friend (or Just Me)?”

Jay Ellis, known for his standout roles in TV series like "Insecure" and "Top Gun: Maverick," has expanded his talents…

1 year ago

#EssenceFest: Reyna Roberts Says Being a Black Woman in Country Has Been ‘Incredible,’ Talks Beyoncé Uplifting Black Artists in Country Music

Reyna Roberts is a rising star in the music scene. After collaborating with Beyoncé on "Cowboy Carter," we had the…

1 year ago

‘TIME II: Unfinished Business’ to Premiere at Essence Festival, Continues Highlighting Systemic Judicial Issues & Louisiana Law (Interview)

"TIME II: Unfinished Business" is a gripping sequel to the Oscar-nominated documentary "TIME." Directed by Fox Rich, this film delves…

1 year ago

Directors JamsBash Discuss Break Dancing and Important 1981 Battle in ‘Breakin’ on the One’ Before Olympic Debut

Ahead of break dancing’s Olympic debut, Andscape, the Black content studio under Disney and ESPN combined to showcase an important…

1 year ago

Rissi Palmer Honors Those That Came Before Her, Talks New Album and Disparities for Black Women in Country Music: ‘Y’all Don’t See a Problem?’

Breaking Barriers in Country music as a Black woman while highlighting others on her journey, Rissi Palmer continues to soar…

2 years ago

Rising Country Artist Reyna Roberts Breaks Tradition, Follows Her Path & Defends Beyoncé: ‘I’m More Than What They Want to Fit In A Box’

Crediting music with saving her life since the day of her birth, rising artist Reyna Roberts said that Country music…

2 years ago

Keithian Talks New Single ‘Bullsh*t,’ Vulnerability in Forthcoming Two-Part EP and Mental Health Awareness

While in the midst of adding support to a nationwide tour, Keithian has released his new single “Bullsh*t” while readying…

3 years ago

Black Creatives Matter: The Glam Shoppe

Turning depression into success, Deirdre Ford followed a dream and used sadness as a propeller to create her fashion store,…

3 years ago