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Busta Rhymes curses out fans who are on their phones at Essence Festival: 'I ain't from that era'
"Let's get back to interacting like humans," the rapper told the crowd in his expletive-filled speech.
Essence has acquired Refinery 29, but as several C-suite execs leave, staffers are divided over direction
Essence is expanding at the same time its staff and C-suite is shrinking. It's parent company recently welcomed youthful digital entity Refinery 29.
Essence magazine owner Richelieu Dennis is mystery buyer of Diddy's TV network Revolt: sources
“The deal is already done, and they are getting ready to announce it in the upcoming days," an insider told Page Six of the Revolt sale.
Rihanna is a work of art on the cover of Essence
"It's like magic," she said of the ethereal images by artist Lorna Simpson.
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...
Essence mag execs named in exposé step down after tumultuous week
Richelieu Dennis, Joy Collins Profet, Michelle Ebanks and Moana Luu have all exited the organization.
Essence CEO Richelieu Dennis resigns following scathing op-ed
We’re told Dennis’ role as CEO was always intended to be temporary.
Anonymous essay slams Essence, calls for leadership resignation
They claim CEO Richelieu Dennis is "driven by greed and a debaucherous sexual appetite.”
Essence Festival kicks off online with pre-taped performances
Celebs pre-recorded in empty venues rather than their living rooms.
Naomi Campbell shot her own Essence magazine cover at home
Supermodel turned shutterbug.
New Bond agent Lashana Lynch proud to represent Jamaica in franchise's latest film
“It is an honor to be able to proudly fly our big Jamaican flag up in MI6 as a 00 agent.”
Michelle Obama's 2019 Essence Festival jumpsuit is now shoppable
Designer Sergio Hudson produced her disco-worthy look due to popular demand.
Sanaa Lathan, Regina King to present trophies at Black Women in Hollywood lunch
Amber Riley is set to perform, we’re told.
Kelly Rowland to host Essence Black Women in Hollywood Awards
Rowland says she’s happy to “shine a light on four exceptional women for their art and social activism.”
Regina Hall, Jenifer Lewis among Essence honorees
The awards luncheon will be held Feb. 21 in Beverly Hills, California.
Essence magazine to honor Naomi Campbell at New York Fashion Week
The fashion icon will be honored along with singer Kelis and fashion influencer Kellie Brown.
Tiffany Haddish cracks up crowd at Essence Black Women in Hollywood luncheon
The 38-year-old comedic actress thanked who had believed in her, including “Insecure” star Lil Rell Howery, who presented her with her award.
Essence to honor 'game-changer' Tiffany Haddish
Haddish is one of four women being honored at the March 1 event in Beverly Hills.
Janet Jackson surprises Missy Elliott with Essence honor
Elliott cried while thanking Jackson, who she said she can "call at any time of night."
Janet Jackson, Mary J. Blige to headline Essence Festival
Idris Elba and Snoop Dogg will also perform.