Entrepreneur Summit 2021 – Essence

A digital experience gathering aspiring entrepreneurs, new and established business owners, side hustlers and cultural leaders to explore how we navigate the road to wealth through ownership and economic advancement.

Kimora And Aoki Lee Simmons Talk New Baby Phat Collection – Essence

The fashion mogul and mom shares the retro inspiration for the latest Baby Phat collection, as well as what to expect from the line in the future.

Kimora And Aoki Lee Simmons Talk The Resurgence Of Baby Phat – Essence

The model and businesswoman relaunched Baby Phat, and like a true boss, has brought her daughters along for the ride.

Entrepreneur Summit | Sevyn Streeter Performs "Yernin" – Essence

The singer/songwriter performs “Yernin” at the 2021 ESSENCE Entrepreneur Summit.

Entrepreneur Summit | Community Engagement Is Key To Social Media Growth – Essence

Nana Agyemang, CEO and founder of EveryStylishGirl, discusses the importance of community engagement for entrepreneurs looking to increase their social media following.

Entrepreneur Summit | Time Is Wealth – Essence

Mychel “Snoop” Dillard, serial entrepreneur and restaurateur, shares how she views time as a form of wealth.

Entrepreneur Summit | Knowing Your Company's Unique Strength – Essence

Olamide Olowe, CEO and founder of Topicals, discusses how knowing her company’s unique strength boosted her confidence when pitching to investors.

Guess Who This Cool Cat Turned Into!

Before this animal lover was a staple character on some of the most beloved television shows, she was just another cool cat feline herself for the camera in New York City, New York.

This cuddled-up cute kid got her leading role in an ensemble cast at the young age of 10 years old … and she remained an important character — and key member to the dysfunctional family — in the dramatic comedy series for 10 years.

Now, she’s moved on to acting as part of another famous family rebooted from a classic 1988 sitcom.

Can you guess who she is?

Sgt. Alwyn Cashe Becomes First Black Recipient Of Medal Of Honor Since 9/11

“We lost our brother. He can’t be replaced. But this award means that his name, his legacy will go down in history.”ABCNews

Beauty in 2021: Meet the 8 Biggest Breakthroughs of the Year

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Beyoncé Just Casually Joined TikTok and Everyone Thinks New Music Is Coming

Stop everything and go follow Beyoncé on TikTok, because yep: she just casually created an account. While Bey hasn’t posted yet, she obviously already has a ton of followers and Twitter is basically spiraling—especially since this *might* indicate that new music is coming?!?!?!?

Entrepreneur Summit | Black Women Breaking Barriers In Business – Essence

Brittney Escovedo, philanthropist and founder of Beyond 8, discusses the importance of moving past limiting beliefs and believing in yourself.

Entrepreneur Summit | Overcoming Fear – Essence

Aubrey Flynn, CEO of Goals Media Group, talks about overcoming fear as a new entrepreneur.

Big Sean Says Black Women Are The Closest Thing To God – Essence

“Women are magical,” says the ‘Twenties’ star of working with a predominately woman-led cast on the BET series.

Big Sean Shares His Morning Routine – Essence

The rapper and “Twenties” star shares how he relates to his character’s focus on wellness and his own morning routine.

Chris Noth denies sex assault claims, Keanu Reeves explains ‘Sad Keanu’ meme, more

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Big Sean On How He Landed His Role On Twenties – Essence

Big Sean shares how he connected with Lena Waithe and landed the role of Tristan on her BET show, “Twenties.”

Big Sean Talks Acting And Goal Setting – Essence

The rapper/actor talks stepping in front of the camera and why he sets new goals each year.

Keke Palmer Makes Meatless Spaghetti And Meatballs – Essence

Essence Staff Discuss the Themes of Black Love and Family in A Journal For Jordan" – Essence

ESSENCE’s own Associate Girls United Editor D’Shonda Brown, Sr. Experiential Director Carmen Jones and Senior Research Editor Bridgette Royal sat down for a heartwarming discussion on Black fatherhood, family, and love in honor of the highly-anticipated new movie A Journal For Jordan, exclusively in theaters this Christmas.

Dana Canedy Shares Her Son's Reaction To A Journal For Jordan – Essence

Dana Canedy And Denzel Washington Discuss Emotional And Funny Moments In 'A Journal For Jordan' – Essence

Keke Palmer's Favorite Dish To Make – Essence

Keke Palmer Shares Why She Loves Hosting – Essence

Dana Canedy Calls Chante Adams Her Little Sister – Essence

Keke Palmer Talks About Working With Disney During Her Career – Essence

Keke Talks About Her Diet While Dealing With PCOS – Essence

Porsha Williams Talks Submission And Her New Approach To Marriage – Essence

Porsha shares her new mindset and approach to marriage and the importance of submitting to the right partner.

Porsha Williams Talks Tackling Fibroids – Essence

Porsha shares fibroid removal journey and why she encourages all black women to get a fibroid screening.