Check out our inaugural celebration of the black tastemakers, trendsetters and innovators elevating the world of…

The category is: Icon. There are designers, there are influencers, there are activists...and then, there are…

The category is: Fashion. From the streets to the runways, our style has long influenced international style.…

The category is: Image. We often say “representation matters,” but few truly take the time to investigate and…

The category is: Hair. When it comes to black hair, it’s never “just hair.” As the ongoing fight for the freedom to…

It’s no secret that The Root loves a list; annually we produce the highly anticipated Root 100, introduce the world…

The category is: Influence. Who’s got the juice? Like it or not, we live in an influencer-centric culture. But true…