• Zendaya channels ‘first black supermodel’ Donyale Luna for Essence

    Zendaya channels ‘first black supermodel’ Donyale Luna for Essence

    "A lot of what I do, specifically within fashion, is a tribute to fashion icons who came before me — many of whom are black women," the "Euphoria" actress told the magazine.
  • Why Ford’s Jim Hackett and other major CEOs are stepping down in 2020

    Why Ford’s Jim Hackett and other major CEOs are stepping down in 2020

    Not even CEOs are safe from the wrath of 2020. From Disney to Ford to Bleacher Report, heads are rolling at the top of America’s most recognizable companies. Whether from resignations, firings or retirements, the blood is flowing as companies from all industries experience a changing of the guard. Here’s who lost their job in …
  • Essence Festival kicks off online with pre-taped performances

    Essence Festival kicks off online with pre-taped performances

    The Essence Festival kicked off Thursday with panelists, including Kerry Washington and Taraji P. Henson, and performances by Bruno Mars, Bell Biv DeVoe, Common, John Legend, Patti LaBelle and many more. The fest that usually draws over 500,000 to New Orleans will stream free at EssenceStudios.com. Celebs pre-recorded in empty venues rather than their living …
  • Naomi Campbell shot her own Essence magazine cover at home

    Naomi Campbell shot her own Essence magazine cover at home

    The coronavirus pandemic is forcing models to become more involved with their photoshoots. As magazines transition to images shot from home, Naomi Campbell can now call herself a photographer whose work has published on the cover of Essence magazine. The subject? Herself, of course. The supermodel, who will celebrate her 50th birthday later this month, …