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Hip-Hop legend MC Lyte made a memorable appearance at this year’s Essence Festival when introducing the talented kid rapper Van Van to an enthusiastic crowd. The audience was thrilled to see the young artist take the stage. Van Van’s performance was energetic and showcased that even at a her age, the […]

#EssenceFest: MC Lyte Shines Spotlight on Rising Star Van Van

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Kendra Bracken-Ferguson has international acclaim in the world of health and beauty. Her global brand marketing firm, BrainTrust Founders Studio, is the largest membership-based platform for Black beauty and wellness founders and its adjacent BrainTrust Fund. During Essence Festival, Bracken-Ferguson took part in the author’s stage with her book, “The Beauty […]

Author Kendra Bracken-Ferguson Talks New Book “The Beauty of Success” ...

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Since his mainstream debut in 2005, Raheem DeVaughn has consistently delivered bops, reigned as a staple in R&B and has grown as an artist and businessman, all while becoming a DMV icon. During Essence Fest Weekend, DeVaughn shared insights into his creative process over the years while touching on themes of […]

The Evolution of a Music Maestro: Raheem DeVaughn Talks Career, ...

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In a captivating panel discussion during Essence Fest, top stars from Disney Entertainment Television delved into the significance of Black male representation on-screen and the evolving nature of their roles. The panel, moderated by the multi-talented Wayne Brady, featured prominent actors Luke James, Brian Michael Smith, McKinley Freeman, Jocko Sims, and […]

Disney Television Stars Discuss Evolution of Black Male Representation On-Screen ...

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In an enchanting family-style conversation during Essence Fest, a celebration occurred when discussing the transition of Princess Tiana from “The Princess and the Frog” from the big screen to the innovative new attraction, Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, at Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort. Moderated by Brooke Harper, the panel featured […]

Celebrating Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Disney Parks with Anika Noni ...

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Edward Buckles Jr. is a multi-faceted creative in the realm of visual storytelling. For the 30th anniversary of Essence Fest, the New Orleans native shot 4 different covers that focused on the culture and beauty of New Orleans people and culture for ESSENCE magazine. “Essence Fest is 30 years old and […]

Capturing New Orleans: Edward Buckles Jr. on ESSENCE Covers, Essence ...

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Jay Ellis, known for his standout roles in TV series like “Insecure” and “Top Gun: Maverick,” has expanded his talents to the literary world with the release of his new book. During Essence Fest, Ellis said that the concept behind his book, “Did Everyone Have an Imaginary Friend (or Just Me)?: […]

Jay Ellis Chronicles Childhood Adventures in New Book “Did Everyone ...

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The 30th birthday celebration of the ESSENCE Festival of Culture™ presented by Coca-Cola® concluded with a spectacular day filled with sunrise-to-sunset unforgettable moments. The final day was graced by a star-studded lineup during the daytime events, featuring appearances from actress, singer, and producer Keke Palmer, voting rights activist Stacey Abrams, chart-topping Afrobeats singer and actress Tiwa Savage, comedian, […]

Janet Jackson, Victoria Monét, Maze and Frankie Beverly & More ...

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SheaMoisture, in collaboration with Smirnoff and Insights Marketing, is set to honor female leaders during Essence Festival weekend in New Orleans at the Women En Blanc event. 2024 marks the 5th anniversary of this historical brunch, renowned for Black women celebrating Black excellence among their peers. The Women En Blanc event […]

SheaMoisture’s 5th Annual ‘Women En Blanc Honors’ Celebrates Flau’Jae, Tabitha ...

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“TIME II: Unfinished Business” is a gripping sequel to the Oscar-nominated documentary “TIME.” Directed by Fox Rich, this film delves into the aftermath of her husband Rob Rich’s release from a 21-year imprisonment and their ongoing fight for justice for their unjustly imprisoned nephew, Ontario, and many others caught in the […]

‘TIME II: Unfinished Business’ to Premiere at Essence Festival, Continues ...

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Essence Magazine has been holding its festival for decades, and it’s a moment of Black girl magic, our history, our culture, impact, and more. The 2020 music lineup has just been announced, and it’s beautiful. Hosted by Loni Love, and with music by D-Nice, this year’s lineup is already sparking love […]

Janet Jackson, Bruno Mars, Janelle Monáe & More will Perform ...

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After performing a great number of dance hits, Jackson broke it down with her slew of R&B records while demanding everyone’s attention with every move, lyric, and hair flip. While performing her set as Essence Festival, Janet Jackson got emotion talking about her father, his passing, and possibly passing this performance and […]

Janet Jackson Questioned Canceling Her Tour & Essence Festival Performance ...

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If you know the name Phaedra Parks, and the “Real Housewives of Atlanta” franchise; you know a lot of the recent drama that has happened because of her accusations. During the last season of the show, Parks had accused her former best friend, and singer-songwriter Kandi Tucker, of wanting to rape […]

Phaedra Parks Opens Up About #RHOA, “Im More Than An ...

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