Events
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Grab your Tickets for The Root 100 Gala
Join us at the historic Apollo theater in Harlem, New York City for our year-end celebration of Black Excellence,
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2024 Root 100: Men, You Can Wear Suits, Sneakers at Your Next Red Carpet Event Just like These Stars
Red carpet season is almost here. What to wear? Why cram your feet into uncomfortable dress shoes, when you can make this suit and sneaker duo work?
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The Root Institute
An annual live gathering of America’s greatest Black minds is building a blueprint for a better Black America, presented by Google, CareQuest, and Amazon.
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This May Hurt: New Development in The Case of 11-year-old Boy Shot and Wounded by Cop After Seeking Help
Mississippi Grand Jury Declines to Indict Cop who Shot and Wounded 11-year-old Boy
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An Unforgettable Root 100: Jon Batiste, Fani Willis, Misty Copeland & Many More Honored & Perform
An evening of comedy, music, and powerful speeches by the most influential Black Americans brought the Apollo Theater to life.
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The Root 100: Roy Wood Jr., Karine Jean-Pierre & Others Talk Impactful Black Issues On The Red Carpet
Honorees of our annual event honoring influential Black Americans reflect on their most important concerns affecting our community.
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Jon Batiste’s Root 100 Speech Was One Of The Most Memorable Moments Of The Night
The esteemed musician felt right at home at the Apollo.
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The Root 100 Red Carpet Moments 2023
The Root celebrated the most influential Black Americans at The Apollo
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Root 100 Honoree Misty Copeland on The Apollo and Black Representation in Ballet
The iconic ballerina accepted the award for Arts and Activism at The Root 100