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More Black Celebrity Looks from New York Fashion Week

From Rihanna showing her support for A$AP Rocky at AWGE to Monica cheering on LaQuan Smith, and Tamron Hall captivating the crowd at Sergio Hudson’s show, the influence of Black talent was everywhere. Let’s delve into the highlights.

The Heartbreaking Fall of Debi Thomas: From Olympic Star and Surgeon to Living in a Trailer

Films You Need To Watch If Your Want to Keep Your ‘Black Card’ During Black History Month

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‘Bad Boys: Ride or Die’ Stars Will Smith and Martin Lawrence Dish on What It Takes to be True Bad Boys

Samuel L. Jackson, John David and Malcolm Washington on ‘The Piano Lesson,’ Family and Legacy

Wayne Brady and Maile Brady Tell Us Who Choreographs Their Fun TikTok Dances

Morris Chestnut Tells Us What Song Always Gets Him to the Dance Floor and What You Better Not Bring to a Party at His House

3 Ways to Think Like a Businessman, According to Executive Walter Davis

15 Best Hip-Hop Love Songs For Valentine’s Day

To get you in the mood for Valentine’s Day, here are some of The Root’s favorite rap love songs.

A Peek Inside Alicia Keys and Swizz Beats’ Gorgeous Cali Oceanside Palace

Why Biden Deserves a Place On the Black Mount Rushmore But These Other Presidents …Hell No

Sen. Raphael Warnock and More Black Leaders, Celebs Share Life-Changing Lessons

Maybe You’re Single on Valentine’s Day Because You Listen to Social Media

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Films You Need To Watch If Your Want to Keep Your ‘Black Card’ During Black History Month

If you’ve somehow missed any of these titles, we’re not judging (out loud, that is). But consider this your official cinematic syllabus—just in time for Black History Month!