“Never read the comments” is the conventional advice given to journalists working in social media—where everyone’s a…

Numa Perrier is a force.

It’s a wrap on the 23rd Annual American Black Film Festival! I got to attend this year on behalf of The Root (I have…

When a black girl is seen—truly seen—its effect lingers on my skin like the warmest hug.

For Women’s History Month, Jezebel and The Root are partnering for JezeRoot, a series that focuses on women of…

Each year on March 8—including last Thursday—the world celebrates International Women’s Day. The holiday dates back…

We shouldn’t need a Women’s History Month.

There are literally too many things to go to in the fall. During that season in New York City, every charity group,…

Happy New Year and shit, everyone! If you're reading this, you've made it to 2016 (congrats!) and you've decided,…

Last month, BET invited Damon to New York City to address the New Black wackness running amok and read an edited…