The Glow Up
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Why You Should Stop Calling Us ‘Strong Black Women! We’re So Over It
For decades, Black women have been celebrated for their strength—but what started as a compliment has become a cultural trap. It’s time we call out this microaggression for good. And to put it straight: we’re not buying it anymore.
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A Look at How Jay-Z Became The Best Dressed Rapper Alive
A look at how the “Best Dressed Rapper Alive” leveled up in fashion.
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The Met Gala: Outrageous Black Celebrity Moments on the Red Carpet
Usher, Rihanna, Nicki Minaj, Doja Cat and Beyoncé are among the stars who delivered memorable, outrageous moments at the Met Gala.
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Zendaya’s 2 Vogue Covers and Homage to the Williams Sister Are Stunning And So Are These Looks By Law Roach
Styled by her longtime stylist and friend Law Roach, Zendaya is the moment, has been the moment, and will continue to be the moment.
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Black Hollywood Stars Came Out to Slay the Red Carpet Before the Oscars
From glimmering gold to shiny sequins, the stars were styling and profiling at the 2024 ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood event.
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Forget Those Renaissance Visuals. Beyoncé Just Teased a Whole Other New Surprise
Writer’s Note: I don’t really mean forget the visuals, we still need you to officially drop those Bey. Respectfully!
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Are Hair Relaxers Safe? Ayanna Pressley and Shontel Brown Grill The FDA For Answers
In an Exclusive to The Root, Representatives Pressley and Brown are asking the FDA to look into the safety of chemical hair straighteners
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Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss Honored in New Campaign From Gap, Brooklyn Circus
‘We pay tribute to Stephen’s life by sharing these images in homage to the joy and light he brought to everyone around him,’ tWitch’s widow said.
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Here’s Why Rihanna’s Savage X Fenty Got Fined $1.2 Million
The popular lingerie company recently held its fourth annual fashion show earlier this month.
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Rihanna Wants Beyoncé In Her Next Savage X Fenty Show, So Who Do We Need to Call to Make This Happen?
No, seriously. Somebody get Blue Ivy on the phone so she can approve this!