Anthony Anderson, Marlon Wayans, Rocsi Diaz & More D’usse Sippin’ At Bottles & Strikes Event Source: D’USSE / D’usse Thursday, July 4 th during Essence Festival in New Orleans, celebs such as Anthony Anderson, Marlon Wayans , Rocsi Diaz, Mona Scott Young, Angela Yee and more attended the Bottles & Strikes Event. Guests we’re seen sipping on D’USSE cocktails throughout the evening while enjoying the lanes.
Source: Itaysha Jordan for ESSENCE Magazine / Essence Ciara, Iman & Teyana Taylor Cover ESSENCE’s Summer Issue Another day, another ESSENCE slay. The magazine’s enlisted Ciara, Teyana Taylor, and Iman for a #BlackGirlMagic packed July/August issue highlighting the ladies excelling in their respective careers and day-to-day lives. Stunning Somalian supermodel Iman is highlighted for her philanthropy and mogul status. At age 63 she’s also absolutely ageless and a pioneer in the beauty world with her Iman Cosmetics. “When I came on the scene, I was catering to women of all skin colors,” Iman explains. “Regardless of what hue you are, as long as you are a woman with skin of color, whether you are Asian, Latina or African, I opened that gate. And Fenty knocked the gate out.” Source: Itaysha Jordan for ESSENCE Magazine / Essence Teyana’s also covering the issue and speaking on her beautiful baby girl Junie that’s changed her life. According to Teyana, she’s working hard to instill confidence in her daughter. “Being a mom makes you move differently, think differently and speak differently,” Taylor says. “Once I had Junie, I realized I was living for so much more.” “I’m just teaching her early: ‘You are beautiful, you are smart, you are magic,’ ” she says. Through her relationship with her husband, Taylor is also modeling the power of commitment. “Love is important,” she says. Source: Itaysha Jordan for ESSENCE Magazine / Essence As for CiCi’s amazing Afrocentric cover, she’s rocking waist-length faux locks while speaking on the power of prayer… “My faith has carried me through every challenge and triumph,” she reflects. “When I was younger and wanting things to happen when I wanted them to happen, I could never have imagined that 15 years later I’d be having the time of my life.” and ways she’s “leveling up” her life. “I’m trying to keep getting better, make health-conscious decisions and be the best mom and wife I can be,” she says. “No matter how much success you have, I believe there’s always an opportunity to grow and learn something new. And I’m keeping my sexy up too.” Source: Itaysha Jordan for ESSENCE Magazine / Essence ESSENCE’s July-Aug issue is on stands 6/21.
(Photo by Rich Polk/Getty Images for Essence) Lena Waithe, Tessa Thompson, Danai Gurira and Tiffany Haddish Honored At ESSENCE Women In Hollywood Luncheon ESSENCE Magazine hosted their annual Women In Hollywood Luncheon Thursday at the Regent Beverly Wilshire Hotel. This year’s honorees were Lena Waithe , Tessa Thompson , Danai Gurira and Tiffany Haddish. Rich Polk/Getty Images for Essence Janelle Monae presented Tessa with her award. (Photo by Rich Polk/Getty Images for Essence) Danai got hers from Lupita (Photo by Rich Polk/Getty Images for Essence) Lil Rel Howery, who played Tiffany’s ex-husband on “The Carmichael Show”presented her award. (Photo by Rich Polk/Getty Images for Essence) And Angela Bassett did the honors for Lena (Photo by Leon Bennett/Getty Images for Essence) Chloe and Halle performed. Hit the flip for more photos Continue reading →
Source: Jemal Countess / Getty Are you ready for Essence Fest 2018? Every year for the July 4th weekend fans head to New Orleans for Essence Fest. This year will be the same and they have a special lineup of artist for your entertainment. Follow @TheRSMS According to OkayPlayer , the headliners of the show include Janet Jackson , Mary J. Blige , Erykah Badu and Jill Scott . Fans better get ready because they also will get to see 112 , Daniel Caesar , MC Lyte and more. There will be a special performance by The Roots with Badu and Scott, which will be one of the highlights of the show. Badu recently came under fire for saying she “saw something good in Hitler.” She went on Twitter to explain herself and said, “People are in real pain. So I understand why my ‘good’ intent was misconstrued as ‘bad,’” In trying to express a point, I used 1 of the worst examples possible, Not to support the cruel actions of an unwell, psychopathic Adolf Hitler , but to only exaggerate a show of compassion.” We can’t wait to see what more Essence Fest has in store this year. RELATED: The Man Who Returned Essence Magazine Back To The People [EXCLUSIVE] RELATED: “Essence” Is Black-Owned Again! RELATED: Missy Elliott To Be Honored At Essence 2018 “Black Women In Music” Awards The Latest : A Thread Of Rihanna’s Greatest Twitter Clapbacks Rae Sremmurd Set To Release 3 For 1 Album Gina Neely Opens Up About Why She Got Divorced Quincy Jones Happy To Admit That He Has 22 Girlfriends Shoot! Morehouse Debate Team Turns Up To BlocBoy J After Big Win O.J. Simpson Outmaneuvers The Justice System Once Again LOL: Woman Tried To Bring This Bizarre Animal On The Plane As A Comfort Pet DMX Taken Into Custody: A Look Back At When He Was Brutally Honest About His Drug Addiction Millennials Give Ultimate Clapback When A Show Asks If They’re Useless Black Tony Is Selling Police Horses To Women Who Want New Hair [EXCLUSIVE] [ione_media_gallery src=”https://rickeysmileymorningshow.com” id=”1794289″ overlay=”true”]
Source: Jun Sato / Getty Netflix fans either love or hate Will Smith ‘s newest movie, Bright , but the streaming service has confirmed that whether you like it or not, there will in fact be a sequel. ANNOUNCEMENT: Orc auditions for the @BrightNetflix sequel are now closed. Thank you. Have a nice day. pic.twitter.com/QnVqkgYRkE — Netflix US (@netflix) January 3, 2018 “ANNOUNCEMENT: Orc auditions for the @BrightNetflix sequel are now closed. Thank you. Have a nice day,” Netflix tweeted early this morning in a very no nonsense kind of way—and it wasn’t long before Twitter chimed in with mixed responses. It was also reported that Bright director and producer David Ayer will screenwrite, instead of Max Landis . Hit the flip for some reactions.
Source: Rich Polk / Getty On Wednesday, Black-owned company, Essence Ventures LLC, announced that they acquired Essence Communications Inc. — the media company behind Essence magazine. Essence Ventures LLC is led by Richelieu Dennis , the same founder of Shea Moisture hair and skin products. His company acquired Essence Communications Inc. from Time Inc., which makes Essence magazine a 100% Black owned business again. President Michelle Ebanks will continue to lead the magazine and its multiple platforms. The all Black women executive team, including Ebanks, will also have an equity stake in the business. Folks across Black Twitter are celebrating this big move. Swipe through to check out people’s reactions.
Source: Rich Polk / Getty On Wednesday, Black-owned company, Essence Ventures LLC, announced that they acquired Essence Communications Inc. — the media company behind Essence magazine. Essence Ventures LLC is led by Richelieu Dennis , the same founder of Shea Moisture hair and skin products. His company acquired Essence Communications Inc. from Time Inc., which makes Essence magazine a 100% Black owned business again. President Michelle Ebanks will continue to lead the magazine and its multiple platforms. The all Black women executive team, including Ebanks, will also have an equity stake in the business. Folks across Black Twitter are celebrating this big move. Swipe through to check out people’s reactions.
If you weren’t fortunate enough to make it down to NOLA for Essence Fest over the weekend, peep the performance hundreds of fans couldn’t make it in to see since the venue was so overpacked. Xscape is still drawing a crowd. You like what you hear? Facebook/WENN
Solange Knowles And Alan Ferguson Are Black Artist Marriage Goals Life is great if you’re a Knowles, Knowles-Carter or Knowles-Ferguson right about now. With big sis Beyoncé expecting twins and Solange nominated for a Grammy for Best R&B Performance for “Cranes in the Sky” ( Bey’s also nominated for Album of the Year , Song and Record of the Year and seven other nominatiosn). Solange and husband Alan Ferguson arrived at LAX early Thursday looking like a modern day Billy Dee Williams and Diana Ross fresh off the set of ‘Mahogany.’ Don’t they look good y’all? Soooo fly! Wonder if Bey’s buns in the oven have everyone asking Solange and Alan when they’ll procreate. We hope they do, cuz that baby will be be-yoo-tee-full! He’s so handsome riiiiight? Solange was at the Essence Women In Music event Thursday night to honor Erykah Badu. We hear she’s also set to present an award at the Grammy’s Sunday. Hit the flip for more photos. SplashNews/Instagram
Solange Knowles And Alan Ferguson Are Black Artist Marriage Goals Life is great if you’re a Knowles, Knowles-Carter or Knowles-Ferguson right about now. With big sis Beyoncé expecting twins and Solange nominated for a Grammy for Best R&B Performance for “Cranes in the Sky” ( Bey’s also nominated for Album of the Year , Song and Record of the Year and seven other nominatiosn). Solange and husband Alan Ferguson arrived at LAX early Thursday looking like a modern day Billy Dee Williams and Diana Ross fresh off the set of ‘Mahogany.’ Don’t they look good y’all? Soooo fly! Wonder if Bey’s buns in the oven have everyone asking Solange and Alan when they’ll procreate. We hope they do, cuz that baby will be be-yoo-tee-full! He’s so handsome riiiiight? Solange was at the Essence Women In Music event Thursday night to honor Erykah Badu. We hear she’s also set to present an award at the Grammy’s Sunday. Hit the flip for more photos. SplashNews/Instagram
