Author: Brooklyn White

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By Elizabeth Ayoola ·

The post When The Mother’s Day Holiday Doesn’t Feel Like Much Of A Celebration appeared first on Essence.

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By Brooklyn White ·Updated May 6, 2022

The story of Josephine Baker is one for the books–and the small screen. The entertainer, spy, activist and all-around it-girl will be at the center of an upcoming series, De La Resistance. 8x Grammy nominee Janelle Monáe is set to play the late icon.

“I can’t wait to >áe said of the role via Instagram. “Thank you to my [A24] family for partnering with

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By Brooklyn White ·Updated May 5, 2022

A$AP Rocky has released his long-awaited video for ‘D.M.B.,’ a song about roughnecks and the women who love them. The clip stars his real-life girlfriend, Rihanna. The couple is currently expecting their first child.

“The video is an ode to the classic love story, with Rocky and Rihanna depicting true ride-or-die characters in a devoted relationship despite their circumstances,” a press release for the

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By Brooklyn White ·Updated May 4, 2022

Emmy, Grammy and Tony winner Cynthia Erivo attended the 2022 Met Gala in Louis Vuitton. She wore a bright white, tall headwrap decorated with minute pearls and a lace dress with a lengthy train. Erivo was styled by Jason Bolden and her ensemble was a call back to when Creole women in Louisiana were legally required to cover their hair. In response

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Tal Campbell By Brooklyn White ·Updated May 3, 2022

When Haley Taylor Schlitz was in fifth grade, her usually high grades began to dip. Her mother, Dr. Myiesha Taylor, knew she was a star student and her “I don’t care,” response to her nosediving reports wasn’t cutting it. So Dr. Taylor went to the school’s administration to get to the bottom of the issue.

She had a hunch her daughter

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By Brooklyn White ·Updated May 3, 2022

The digital age has changed the game for entrepreneurs. A brand is able to connect directly with a mass audience, your next customer is always a scroll away and through social media, supporters are able to learn more about the person behind the company. It’s encouraged new demographics to try out business ownership, while allowing them to capitalize on tools they use daily. With

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By Brooklyn White ·Updated May 2, 2022

On May 2, a leaked document revealed the Supreme Court has voted to strike down the historic Roe v. Wade ruling. The majority draft opinion was written by Justice Samuel Alito. This revelation is horrifying, signifying a possible reversal of the right many have fought tirelessly to maintain.

Roe v. Wade, 410 U.S. 113 is a 1973 decision by the U.S. Supreme Court making

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By Brooklyn White ·Updated May 2, 2022

“Treat Me” singer Chlöe Bailey is present at the 2022 Met Gala. Wearing a gold dress with exaggerated hips and asymmetric bust from Area’s Collection 02, she’s also donning the matching neckpiece from the runway. Her locs are pulled back into a ponytail.

Last year the 25-year-old wore a white piece by Rodarte.

Read about the singer’s 2022 Grammys look here.