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Black Twitter Reflects on the Passing of Nikki Giovanni
Black people on social media shared their favorite poems from the beloved writer, activist and teacher.
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The Evolution of Beyoncé
As we all wished Bey a happy birthday this week, The Root wanted look back at her illustrious career.
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The Evolution of Mo’Nique
The Oscar-winner is back on the scene with a new role in Season 2 of BMF and the new Lee Daniels movie Demon House.
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‘The Point Is You Have a Voice’: The Root Presents: It’s Lit! Talks Poetry, Prose and Politics With Nikki Giovanni
The literary icon joined us at a pivotal moment in American politics for a candid discussion about the intersection of art, activism and authenticity.
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Lisa, Angela, Pamela, Renee.
An ode to the all of the girls from 'around the way.'
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DMX's Final Interview to Air This Weekend on TV One’s Uncensored
On Sunday May 16, TV One will air the final interview with late rapper and beloved legend, DMX. Per a press release sent to The Root, the interview—which is said to be his most transparent to date—will touch on everything from DMX’s humble beginnings, his complicated relationship with his mother, as well chronicle the many…
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Fashionistas Nikki and Lola Ogunnaike Are Well Suited With New IMG-Backed Podcast
As film festivals and other big-budget spectacles adapt to this pandemic and go virtual, it appears that New York Fashion Week will be following suit. And while it’s easy to succumb to the doom and gloom of not being able to walk the runway or partake in some of our favorite fashions in person, a…
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Love & Hip Hop Hollywood Season 2: Episode 10 Recap
Last week I took a bit of a flyer on the recap by “talking” to Shanda about why she wanted so badly to get back on that pole. Luckily, this week, we got to SEE her on that pole – as God intended, apparently – though we only got the PG version considering, ya know,…