On her brand’s 4th anniversary, founder of Ami Colé Diarrha N’Diaye-Mbaye sat down with ESSENCE for a conversation about how she got her start. Now, a few months later, the beauty brand is ...

The 2025 ESSENCE Film Festival honored Black filmmakers across genres with standout projects exploring race, justice, tech, mental health, and more.

When Love Island winner Amaya appeared on screen in a loose, floral muumuu on Season 7, Episode 28 of Love Island USA.

Gossip Girl's Leighton Meester Joins Netflix's Hit Rom-Com Series (& It Has the Sweetest Twist) Alongside Ed Westwick 's Chuck, Leighton Meester 's Blair was the ultimate fan-favorite character in ...

Columnist Will Sutton offers ideas and suggestions for improvements to the Essence Festival of Culture in response to complaints about problems at the 2025 edition.

NEW ORLEANS — Essence Festival kicked off in New Orleans over the July 4 weekend, but this year’s event was marked by smaller crowds, a late-night finale, and adjustments to festival spaces.

Essence Festival 2025 sees lower crowds in New Orleans amid rising costs, shifting vibes, and holiday travel hesitations.

From sea to shining sea, music has defined how Americans see themselves -- and their country. On the Fourth of July, these songs and artists have captured the essence of the United States.

2025 Essence Festival apologizes for Superlounge confusion: 'Did we get it right? No.' The festival didn't convey that the new version of the popular secondary stage in the Superdome is only ...

At Hollywood House, Noel Braham, Shavone Charles, and Mara Brock Akil discussed A.I.'s impact on film and why Black creatives must lead with intention in an evolving industry.

Here’s Everything To Know About The 2025 ESSENCE Festival Beautycon Stage From masterclass demos to beauty edition podcasts, don't miss out on anything going down at this year's BeautyCon.