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REVIEW: Den of Thieves 2: Pantera Compares Thieves To Anti-Heroes

Filmmaker Christian Gudegast’s sequel to Den of Thieves seeks to add more emotional depth to the master thief, Donnie Wilson played by O’Shea Jackson Jr....

Africa’s Defining Moments: A Look Back At 2024 And Predictions For 2025 

As we enter 2025, we reflect on a watershed year for Africa. Across culture, technology, leadership, and innovation, the continent confounded expectations, forged new paths...

How Hollywood Is Navigating Wildfires And Delays

As California faces one of its deadliest wildfire seasons on record, the glittering award season finds itself in disarray. With at least 25 lives lost,...

Nkechi Okoro Carroll’s ‘Found’ Illuminates The Forgotten Ones

Nkechi Okoro Carroll is doing the work. In an era where representation in media remains critical, she is telling stories in a way to both...

Let’s Get Lit: Essence’s Top 10 Picks For The Month Of January

We made the New Year’s resolutions, completed our vision boards for 2025, and decluttered our living spaces to make room for breakthroughs that shall surely...

Beyoncé Postpones Surprise Announcement Amid Los Angeles Wildfires

Global superstar Beyoncé has postponed her highly anticipated January 14 announcement in light of the devastating wildfires ravaging areas around Los Angeles. In a heartfelt...

Johnny Gill Talks Receiving Black Music Honor

Johnny Gill is one of one. The “My My My,” crooner has been largely celebrated for his work as one sixth of the group New...

Urban Decay And KenTheMan Unite, Empowering Beauty And Beats In Houston

As we inch closer to those sweltering summer months, us glam girls are adapting our beauty routines to withstand heat opting for longwear and sweat-proof...

A 30-Year Legacy Of New Orleans And Nourishment

What other live experience could be “Blacker than the ESSENCE Fest?” What other cultural tentpole gathers tens of thousands of Black people to drive economic...

Rapper 2 Chainz Teams Up With Grand Marnier For A Captivating Content Series 

Rapper 2 Chainz and Grand Marnier, in an exclusive partnership, are unveiling The Rogue Room, a series that celebrates the magic of unexpected collaborations. Inspired...