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The Met Gala is one of fashion’s most exclusive events, a who’s who extravaganza where celebrity and influence are on full display. But even if it’s a most coveted invitation, some the biggest names in celebdom don’t show up. From strategic skips to scheduling conflicts — and even an occasional snub from the Anna Wintour […]
For a moment, Natasha Cloud’s unsigned status was the talk of the internet. As one of the WNBA’s most outspoken veterans, her unsigned status fueled online speculation that her politics, activism and willingness to challenge the league publicly had made teams hesitant to sign her, with some fans drawing comparisons to Colin Kaepernick. But her […]
When I first learned that a girls’ elementary school in Iran was bombed on the first day of the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran, the grief was heavy and familiar. It’s the same grief that comes with living in a context of state violence as a Black person in the United States. It shows up in […]
Visiting Louisville, Kentucky, is always a vibe. Visiting it during Derby weekend? Now that’s an experience. This “Rich Auntie” adventure began the moment I touched down at Muhammad Ali International Airport, because this city truly is about greatness. Before I could even grab my bag, I was handed my first bourbon flight, courtesy of the […]
The 2026 Met Gala theme, “Fashion Is Art,” reads like a revelation to some, but Black fashion has been operating in that language long before it was framed for museum walls. Black designers have always treated garments as sculpture, memory and message, building silhouettes that carry culture as much as they carry form. From precise […]
The celebrity scene is always packed, with stars out in full force. Here’s where they walk the carpet, light up the scene, and keep the energy on an all-time high. Teyana Taylor Dirty Rose Pre-Met Burlesque Experience Before Met Monday, Teyana Taylor put on a show hosting the third annual The Dirty Rose Pre-Met Burlesque […]
R&B’s resurgence has been a main character in the zeitgeist of internet discourse, and today, we’re talking about what’s definitely a rite of passage for artists: the sultry lean-back pose. Recently, the timeline sparked a discussion after Chris Brown dropped the cover art for his project BROWN. The internet then noticed the similarities between his […]
On a Friday night in New York City, Black Hair Reimagined felt like a family reunion paired with a hair/fashion show. Guests kept saying “we’re back for year 2!” Not in the nostalgic sense, but in the way a room full of people who understood they were there to celebrate the shared love for hair, […]
Shedeur Sanders did not wait until football was finished with him to finish what he started. As his career with the Cleveland Browns is just starting to take shape, Sanders recently celebrated a milestone away from the field — graduating from the University of Colorado. For plenty of athletes, the degree becomes something to circle […]
Kristina Laferne Roberts started writing short stories out of boredom during the early age of the internet. Using AOL chat rooms and its mailing list for reach and recognition while remaining incognito, Roberts’ “crazy imagination” gained her a following of loyal readers who indulged in her spicy, fictionized lore. Her newest escape became her superpower, […]