Black HairWATCH: Gabrielle Union's Daughter Kaavia is Feeling Her First Silk PressThe five-year-old can't stop whipping her hair back and forth and the internet is loving it.Angela Johnson
FashionOur Favorite Kamala Harris Looks Through the YearsFrom California Attorney General to the first Black Vice President of the United States, Kamala Harris has always showed off great styleAngela Johnson
Black HairWhy Does Simone Biles Have to Worry So Much About Her Olympics Hair?The four-time Olympic gold medalist details how she deals with the backlash she’s received for her hair.Stephanie Holland
Beauty + StyleThat Time the Internet Went Wild over Malia Obama's Man pants and Cigarette; When Malia's Boots Took Social Media By Storm and More Malia Fashion NewsThe daughter of the first Black president has charmed America with her cool styleThe Root Staff
SponsoredHow to Stunt During Summer Festival Season10 outdoor-ready beauty essentials, apparel, and accessories from Black-owned businesses — all shoppable at Target.G/O Media Studios for Target
FashionOur Favorite Kamala Harris Looks Through the YearsFrom California Attorney General to the first Black Vice President of the United States, Kamala Harris has always showed off great styleAngela Johnson
FashionHow Malia Obama Became a Fashion Icon, Celebs Best Street Looks, Will Smith's Fits Through The Years, Rihanna's Best Style Moments and Other Style StoriesBlack folks showed up and showed out on the fashion tip during the first half of 2024.The Root Staff
FashionBiggest Red Carpet Trainwrecks In 2024 ... So FarHere's a look back on the biggest fashion misses of the year.Candace McDuffie
FashionThese Countries Will Have the Best Olympic Uniforms for the 2024 Summer GamesCheck out the looks we love from countries competing at the Paris GamesAngela Johnson
FASHIONA 'Fly' Book Celebrates NBA StyleThe Root spoke with author Mitchell S. Jackson about his new book, 'Fly: The Big Book of Basketball Fashion.'Angela Johnson
Now playing Watch: Tribute to André Leon TalleyTalley worked his way to the top and left an indelible mark on the fashion industry.Adriano Contreras
Now playing 03:24Watch: Black Designers at AfroFuturism Event Featuring designers Aaron Potts, Carlton Jones, and Tori Nichel, the preview was organized by Maison Black and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeastern Michigan.Emell Adolphus and Adriano Contreras
Now playing 03:40Watch: The Relationship Between Cicely Tyson and Designer & Stylist B. MichaelB. Michael’s book ‘Muse: Cicely Tyson and Me’ chronicles his professional and personal adventures in Tyson's later years.Angela Johnson and Adriano Contreras
Black HairWATCH: Gabrielle Union's Daughter Kaavia is Feeling Her First Silk PressThe five-year-old can't stop whipping her hair back and forth and the internet is loving it.Angela Johnson
Black HairWhy Does Simone Biles Have to Worry So Much About Her Olympics Hair?The four-time Olympic gold medalist details how she deals with the backlash she’s received for her hair.Stephanie Holland
Black HairOh Lord, Not Again: FDA Proposal to Ban Cancer-Causing Ingredients in Hair Straighteners Postponed ...AgainAs a ban on the dangerous products marketed to the Black community hits another roadblock, advocates hope something will change soon.Angela Johnson
Black HairQueen Latifah's Best Hair Looks Throughout the YearsWhen it comes to hair, the rapper, actress and entrepreneur is never short on styleAngela Johnson
Halle Bailey Shows Off Her Post-Pregnancy Body With a Series of Bikini Selfies"The after-baby body is bodying," wrote one fan on Instagram.Angela Johnson
These Adorable Photos of Diddy's Daughter Going to Prom With Chloe and Halle's Baby Brother Will Make You SmileAngela Johnson
Forget Nepo Baby, Willow Smith is the ‘It Girl’The daughter of Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith has come into her own.Angela Johnson
From Rihanna to LeBron, the Best Black Celebrity Street StyleBlack Street style: From Steve Harvey to Tracee Ellis Ross, these celebrities can dress down with the best of them.Angela Johnson
Black Celebrities With Beauty Brands We LoveFrom Naomi Osaka to LaLa Anthony, these celebs are in the business of making us look and feel our best.Angela Johnson
Who is Law Roach’s Stunning New Muse Who Wore One of The Most Talked-About Met Gala Looks?With the help of the famous stylist to the stars, Mona Patel completely slayed The Met Gala red carpet.Angela Johnson
A Recent Street Photo of Malia Obama Has Turned Her into an Fashion Icon.A photo of Malia Obama standing outside a convenience store has the Internet shook.Aiyana Fewell
Star Style NewsSerena Williams Tells The Shocking Story Behind the Catsuit That Had Everyone TalkingAs she looks back on the controversial 2018 French Open outfit, we're reminded that Black women's health should be more of a priority.Angela Johnson
What?? LeVar Burton Reveals Reading Rainbow Producers Tried to Block His Black StyleThe beloved children's host opens up in a new documentary about his fight to maintain his authenticityAngela Johnson
What Does Doja Cat's Natural Hair Texture Look Like to You? The Internet Bullies Her Off InstagramCandace McDuffie
Black Celebs at London Fashion WeekFrom Eve to Law Roach to Janet Jackson, these celebs rocked their best fits this week.Amira Castilla
Best Fits from Black Designers at Paris Fashion WeekFrom Balmain to Wales Bonner, these fashion shows set the standard for men's fashion this year!Amira Castilla
Black Celebs at Paris and Milan Fashion WeeksFrom Zendaya to Naomi Campbell, these celebs are rocking these looks on the European streets.Amira Castilla
Star Style News15 Times Stars Slayed in Sergio HudsonMichelle Obama, Keke Palmer and Janelle Monäe are just a few of the A-listers the South Carolina native has dressed to perfection.Angela Johnson
Who Needs a Birkin When There Are So Many Dope Handbags By Black Designers?Black designers are showing up and showing out with these luxury handbags we love.Angela Johnson
Everything We Want From Black-Owned Brands at TargetWith Juneteenth upon us, there’s no better time to support Black-owned brands.Angela Johnson
The Root’s Ultimate Father’s Day 2024 Gift GuideDon’t forget about Dad! Check out our favorite gifts for your favorite guy.Angela Johnson
7 Gifts You’d Better Not Give Your Mom This Mother’s DayIf you love your mom, please don’t even think about getting her anything on this list.Angela Johnson
The Gift Ideas Any Black Mother Would Love for Mother’s Day 2024If you need help finding the perfect gift for the mothers in your life, we’ve got you covered with our ultimate Mother’s Day Gift Guide 2024Angela Johnson
Quirky, Fun Black-Owned Businesses You Need to Check OutFrom home decor to chocolate to cell phones cases to games and toys, these are some of the interesting Black-owned businesses we’re highlighting.Stephanie Holland
Who Needs a Birkin When There Are So Many Dope Handbags By Black Designers?Black designers are showing up and showing out with these luxury handbags we love.Angela Johnson
Everything We Want From Black-Owned Brands at TargetWith Juneteenth upon us, there’s no better time to support Black-owned brands.Angela Johnson
The Root’s Ultimate Father’s Day 2024 Gift GuideDon’t forget about Dad! Check out our favorite gifts for your favorite guy.Angela Johnson
7 Gifts You’d Better Not Give Your Mom This Mother’s DayIf you love your mom, please don’t even think about getting her anything on this list.Angela Johnson
The Gift Ideas Any Black Mother Would Love for Mother’s Day 2024If you need help finding the perfect gift for the mothers in your life, we’ve got you covered with our ultimate Mother’s Day Gift Guide 2024Angela Johnson
Quirky, Fun Black-Owned Businesses You Need to Check OutFrom home decor to chocolate to cell phones cases to games and toys, these are some of the interesting Black-owned businesses we’re highlighting.Stephanie Holland
STYLE FINDSThe Black-Owned Clothing Brands and Designers Every Well-Dressed Man Must KnowLevel up your look with these designers and brands that are doing big things in the fashion industry.Angela Johnson
BeautyHow Rihanna's Fenty Beauty Will Play a Major Role in the 2024 Olympic Games in ParisRihanna just announced an epic deal for her viral beauty brand.Angela Johnson
BeautyWhat Marc Jacobs Said About Lil Kim, Sha 'Carri Richardson, Missy Elliot And his NailsThe legendary designer sent a shout out to Black women on Instagram for inspiring his nail artAngela Johnson
BeautyBlack Skin Magic: Try These SPF-Infused Makeup ProductsAs the temps heat up, these makeup products will keep your skin protected.Angela Johnson
BeautyMore Black Celebs Nearly 70 and Up and Still Fly!With Iman still gracing the magazine covers and proving beauty has no age limit, let’s take a look at some of our favorite Black celebs who are aging backwards.Shanelle Genai
BeautyInternet Drags White Woman to Hell For Complaining New FentyBeauty Product Is Too Dark For HerWe're not sure where this woman has been, but women of color have struggled to find beauty products for their complexions.Angela Johnson
BeautyViola Davis, Tina Knowles and Others Rally to Support Black Woman Claiming She’s ‘Ugly’ in Viral VideoAs one woman’s opinion on her looks goes viral, Black women come together in a moving show of love and support.Stephanie Holland
BeautyHow Rihanna's Fenty Beauty Will Play a Major Role in the 2024 Olympic Games in ParisRihanna just announced an epic deal for her viral beauty brand.Angela Johnson
BeautyWhat Marc Jacobs Said About Lil Kim, Sha 'Carri Richardson, Missy Elliot And his NailsThe legendary designer sent a shout out to Black women on Instagram for inspiring his nail artAngela Johnson
BeautyBlack Skin Magic: Try These SPF-Infused Makeup ProductsAs the temps heat up, these makeup products will keep your skin protected.Angela Johnson
BeautyMore Black Celebs Nearly 70 and Up and Still Fly!With Iman still gracing the magazine covers and proving beauty has no age limit, let’s take a look at some of our favorite Black celebs who are aging backwards.Shanelle Genai
BeautyInternet Drags White Woman to Hell For Complaining New FentyBeauty Product Is Too Dark For HerWe're not sure where this woman has been, but women of color have struggled to find beauty products for their complexions.Angela Johnson
BeautyViola Davis, Tina Knowles and Others Rally to Support Black Woman Claiming She’s ‘Ugly’ in Viral VideoAs one woman’s opinion on her looks goes viral, Black women come together in a moving show of love and support.Stephanie Holland
BEAUTYWho Is Met Gala Beauty Anok Yai With That Perfect Face?The 26-year-old South Sudanese model stunned at the 2024 Met Gala and we, nor the internet can get enough! Get into her if you haven't!Shanelle Genai
Lookbook | Colman DomingoHere's how The Color Purple actor became the man whose name is on everyone’s lips.Jessica Washington
These Black Celebrities Shined On the 2024 Country Music Television Awards Red CarpetCandace McDuffie
RED CARPETBlack Celebs’ Best 2024 Met Gala After Party FashionCardi B, Taraji P. Henson, Keke Palmer and Zendaya delivered unforgettable looks at 2024 Met Gala after parties.Stephanie Holland
Now playing 00:35Black HacksHere’s A Trick to Make Sure Your Thighs Don't StickThe summer is here. It’s time to pull out the skirts and dresses and let those legs be free.Adriano Contreras and Kalyn Womack
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LL Cool J’s $6 Million Encino HomeThe rapper bought the property for $4.3 million back in 2018.Candace McDuffie
HOME STYLEA Peek Inside Rapper Rick Ross’ Luxurious Miami MansionAs the Miami rapper continues to renovate his Miami Beach home, let’s take a look inside to see how it stacks up to his Atlanta mansion.Noah A. McGee
Shaquille O’Neal’s Recently Sold $11 Million Florida MansionThe NBA legend’s love of Superman seems to be apparent in the mansion, and yet we wonder if the new owners embraced Shaq’s superhero lifestyle?Noah A. McGee
Michael Jordan’s Huge Chicago MansionThe massive property, which is just outside of Chicago, has been on the market since 2012.Noah A. McGee
J. Lo and Ben Affleck’s Beverly Hills Mega MansionThe $60 million estate has over 40,000 square feet of living space.Angela Johnson
Richard Pryor’s Former LA-Area HomeThe home, which was once owned by the entertainment icon, is now being sold by former NFL player Rashard Mendenhall.Noah A. McGee
Prince’s Lavish Minnesota CompoundThe suburban Minnesota compound was the place Prince lived and worked until his untimely deathAngela Johnson
Serena and Venus Williams’ Mother’s Beautiful California EstateThe tennis stars blessed their mom with the ultimate Mother’s Day gift, a sun-filled, seven-bedroom L.A. area home.Angela Johnson
Shaquille O’Neal’s Recently Sold $11 Million Florida MansionThe NBA legend’s love of Superman seems to be apparent in the mansion, and yet we wonder if the new owners embraced Shaq’s superhero lifestyle?Noah A. McGee
Michael Jordan’s Huge Chicago MansionThe massive property, which is just outside of Chicago, has been on the market since 2012.Noah A. McGee
J. Lo and Ben Affleck’s Beverly Hills Mega MansionThe $60 million estate has over 40,000 square feet of living space.Angela Johnson
Richard Pryor’s Former LA-Area HomeThe home, which was once owned by the entertainment icon, is now being sold by former NFL player Rashard Mendenhall.Noah A. McGee
Prince’s Lavish Minnesota CompoundThe suburban Minnesota compound was the place Prince lived and worked until his untimely deathAngela Johnson
Serena and Venus Williams’ Mother’s Beautiful California EstateThe tennis stars blessed their mom with the ultimate Mother’s Day gift, a sun-filled, seven-bedroom L.A. area home.Angela Johnson
HOME STYLEPimp Out Your Patio With These Hot Outdoor DecorsThis Memorial Day weekend, why not spruce up your outdoor space with bright lights, colorful accent pillows and pretty plates?Angela Johnson
CB2 Just Invested In Some Excellent Black Furniture DesignersThe new Black in Design Collective is the latest initiative by the retailer who has joined the Fifteen Percent Pledge.Angela Johnson
HOME STYLERedo Your Home for Less With These High-End Furniture LooksCheck our gallery of coffee tables, lighting, shelving and more! We’ve got low-cost furniture alternatives that let you spruce up your space on a budget.Angela Johnson