Exclusive: Jennifer Hudson, More Black Leaders, Celebs Share Life-Changing Lessons
The Root Exclusive Series: Black History Month was established 100 years ago, in February 1926. To commemorate this momentous occasion, 100 Black thought leaders and creators share their collective wisdom and insight for the culture in this ongoing series.
WATCH: Celeb Publicist Records the Scary Passenger Incident That Forced His Delta Flight to Turn Around
A passenger tried to enter the cockpit of a Delta flight before passengers jumped on
North West’s Best Fashion Looks
In preparation for her clothing brand, we’re looking back on some of North West’s coolest
13 Times Stephen A. Smith Disappointed Black Folks
Before Stephen A. Smith gets serious about a potential 2028 presidential run, he still has
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LeBron James Dishes On His Real Issue With Stephen A. Smith
Smith addressed the leaked audio of James talking to former NBA player Richard Jefferson over the weekend.
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Despite Meghan Markle’s Show Being A Hit, Haters Still Hating and Black Women Know Why
The online reaction to “With Love, Meghan” reveals some aren’t ready for a Black Martha Stewart
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Bronx Woman Dropped Out of College After Being Diagnosed with Cancer, but the School Still Charged Her Until this Happened
Soon after starting her masters program, Karen Wallace was diagnosed with two types of cancer.
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Shannon Sharpe Once Again Reacts to Sammy Sosa Being Black, Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl Two Step Takes Over Wedding Parties, Unknown Black Mardi Gras Facts They’ll Never Teach You in School, Black Graves Moved In Virginia And More
Our most viral and important culture stories from the week.
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Check Out These Stunning Pieces From Black Celebrities’ Personal Collections
Carmelo Anthony, Jay-Z and Beyoncé, Lenny Kravitz and other Black celebrities who have amazing art in their homes
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Black Twitter Responds to LeBron James Clapping at Stephen A. Smith During Knicks Game
Smith detailed the interaction during a Friday of “First Take.”
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Despite a Divided Nation, 15 Peculiar Things All Americans Have in Common
From the MAGA faithful to the most left-leaning Democrats, American culture brings us together.



