Joe Kay, founder of the global music collective Soulection, celebrates 15 years of shaping culture through sound. “I feel grateful, I mean, to have any idea or business that goes past your mind to a reality, building a team, to being able to attract a crowd at a sold-out show,” Kay told EBONY. “It always […]
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Crystal Nicole: Redefining Beauty Influence Beyond Curls to a Cultural Blueprint
There was a time when the internet tried to put beauty creators into neat little boxes. Natural hair girl. Makeup girl. Skincare girl. Pick a lane and stay in it. But if the Creator Era has taught us anything, it’s that the women shaping beauty culture today are not one-note personalities. They are brands, storytellers, […]
Judy Pace, Hollywood’s First “Black Barbie” Dies at 83
In 1961, while most 18-year-olds were still figuring out the world, Judy Pace was already being asked to represent it. She was the youngest model ever selected for the EBONY Fashion Fair’s national tour — Eunice Johnson’s traveling cathedral of Black beauty, which drew thousands of Black women and young Black girls to arenas and […]
Jill Scott Is Still Becoming—With a World Tour and Deluxe Album on the Way
There is a moment in conversation with Ms. Jill Scott when I realize Jill Scott has no interest in staying the same. “We’re not stuck,” she says plainly. “You can absolutely change who you are or who you’ve been. There’s no box around you.” For an artist whose career has stretched across decades — from […]
Oscar Winner Michael B. Jordan Reflects on Legacy, Discipline and Destiny
In his acceptance speech, newly minted Oscar winner Michael B. Jordan thanked those who came before him. In the press room, where the Sinners actor received a standing ovation as he entered, he acknowledged that their passion for the craft has been a motivation in his pursuit of theatrical greatness. “Like I said before, I’m […]
Jasmine Crockett Breaks Her Silence After Election Results at MPowered Maverick Celebration
Honored at the MPowered Maverick Celebration, a gathering recognizing the power and beauty of Black women, Representative Jasmine Crockett took her time on stage to address the riveted crowd about her recent election outcome. “I want you to know, because I have not been out publicly very much since the election, I’ve been collecting my […]
The 98th Academy Awards: Winners and Best Moments
When Miles Canton, Buddy Guy, Shaboozey, Misty Copeland, and the Sinners cast reenacted the juke joke scene set to “I Lied to You,” the acclaimed vampire thriller already felt like a winner, regardless of the Academy recognizing it in all its glory. Live from the Dolby Theatre in the heart of Los Angeles, the 98th […]
The Best Red Carpet Looks From the 98th Academy Awards
As the 98th Academy Awards commences, our favorite stars of Black Hollywood stepped into the spotlight, showcasing not just a celebration of cinematic achievements but a profound moment that symbolizes the essence of award season. The night was electric, with trailblazers like Omar Benson Miller and emerging talent Chase Infiniti gathering to honor artistic excellence […]
Inside Oscars 2026 Parties and Events: Young Hollywood to Acclaimed Screen Artists Honored
The celebrations for Hollywood’s biggest night have already begun. Oscar week 2026 is officially in full swing as celebrities gear up for the 98th Academy Awards. From glamorous charitable events to parties that last until the early morn, here are the events that have the city buzzing as it makes its way to the live […]









