For many of us growing up, we saw our grandma getting all dolled up for special occasions. Whether she was going out with Granddaddy, her friends, or to a family gathering, grandma put the glam on. For some young Black girls, their grandmother’s vanity was their first introduction to all things makeup. In 2024, many […]
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Explore This Extra Day of Black History Month With These Out-Of-This-World Astronauts From ‘The Space Race’
Throughout history, Black astronauts have played a pivotal role in shaping the landscape of space exploration. They defied racial barriers and systemic discrimination to reach for the stars. National Geographic’s The Space Race, directed by Lisa Cortés and Diego Hurtado de Mendoza, profiles these pioneering Black pilots, scientists and engineers who joined NASA to serve […]
[Op-Ed] Journey Back to You: Plus-Size Style Guru Essie Golden Reflects on Loving Ourselves Beyond the Insta-Grid
I used to think self-love meant wearing crop tops and posting perfect Instagram photos. I built this huge platform doing just that. I championed body positivity in all my posts and the plus-size community embraced me. My inbox overflowed with messages from women who admired my confidence and style. On the surface, I was the […]
2Pac’s Handwritten Lyrics To “Throw Ya Handz Up” Up For Auction
In the world of hip-hop memorabilia, 2pac is one of the biggest names. Earlier this year a ring he wore in his final public appearance fetched a million dollar price tag at auction. Reports claimed that it was actually Drake who bought it. Fittingly, the rapper was spotted just a few days later sporting the […]
Candace Owens Fires Back At Peter Rosenberg Over Joe Budden Interview Backlash
Recently, Joe Budden took to social media to tease his upcoming podcast episode featuring Candace Owens. As expected, this elicited quite a response from fans, and from Peter Rosenberg. He took to Twitter/X to react to the unexpected guest, making it clear that he wasn’t a fan of her or the interview. “So sick of […]
Bhad Bhabie Addresses Haters Claiming She’s Not Ready For Motherhood
It goes without saying that Danielle Bregoli, AKA Bhad Bhabie, has come a long way since her viral appearance on Dr. Phil. The now 20-year-old went on to start a successful rap career and eventually began making some serious cash from her adult content on OnlyFans. Nowadays, Bhad Bhabie is preparing for yet another major […]
How Many Times Have Ray J & Princess Love Announced They Were Divorcing?
From their initial whirlwind romance to the highs of marriage and family, Ray J and Princess Love’s journey has been anything but conventional. For a few years now, the pair’s relationship has been a tumultuous rollercoaster. Their love story, played out in the public eye, has been an enthralling narrative of passion and drama. However, over […]
Diddy’s Attorney Claims Women Were Falsely Identified As Minors In New Lawsuit
Earlier this week, Diddy was hit with yet another lawsuit complete with several damning allegations. The male producer suing Diddy, Rodney Jones AKA Lil Rod, accuses the Bad Boy Records founder of groping his genitals, making him watch explicit videos and more. Various photos, reportedly taken at an LA party thrown by Diddy last summer, […]
Carter G. Woodson Descendant Brennan Johnson Reflects on the Importance of Black History Month
EBONY remembers Carter G. Woodson, the author, publisher, historian and activist most known for being the Godfather and creator of Black History Month. It was Woodson’s lifelong mission to ensure that America celebrates the contributions and positive impact that Black Americans have had on all elements of society. Woodson, the descendant of enslaved people, established The Journal […]
We Bet You Didn’t Know These 10 Songs Were Samples of Original Classics
In the music industry, samples are a major tool that bridges the past with the present. When utilized properly, they can transform familiar melodies and rhythms into new musical experiences. Samples and even interpolations of pre-existing recordings incorporated into new compositions have become integral to the creative process. This has been seen across genres from […]







