Lauryn Hill and Stephanie Mills are slamming the narratives surrounding their performance delays during Essence Festival.

ESSENCE Festival of Culture celebrated Black excellence through music, entrepreneurship, and community—while responding to ...

For 55 years, the ESSENCE brand has proudly driven meaningful impact through intentional, locally rooted activations, and this year’s ESSENCE Festival of Culture is no exception. In partnership with ...

From soul-stirring performances to beauty-filled moments, this weekend was a reminder that moving at your own pace is its own ...

Meanwhile, hair beads are one of the most preserved hair decals in the African diaspora, connecting us to our ancestors while preserving the communal culture of braiding. Wearing her daughter’s black ...

From the Superdome to the Convention Center, the stars aligned in the Crescent City for a weekend of unforgettable Black ...

Fans at ESSENCE Festival got exclusive previews of Tyler Perry’s next chapter with Netflix—including drama, romance, and of ...

The best-selling author and viral funnyman opens up about being scammed, undervalued and why betting on Black talent is non-negotiable.

Night 3 brought together music legends and standout style moments under one roof. From diamond-crusted fits to timeless stage ...

From Billie Jean's masterclass demo to a hair journey talk with Camille Rose, day one at the Beautycon stage delivered major ...

Food critic Keith Lee gets candid at ESSENCE Fest about fatherhood, faith, mental health, and why New Orleans holds a special ...

GloRilla performs onstage during Day 1 of the 2025 ESSENCE Festival of Culture presented by Coca-Cola at Caesars Superdome on ...