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    The Sexiest 90s Black Female Bombshells, Then and Now

    There’s no denying the beauty and brilliance of the Black woman. We’d be remiss if we didn’t express just how much we love seeing Black women continue to be the personification of the phrase “Black don’t crack” with each passing year. So it’s in that spirit of appreciation that we felt it fitting to take a leisurely stroll to look at a handful of our favorite ‘90s bombshells — then and now — to reminisce and bask in the timeless beauty.

    Sanaa Lathan

    Photo: Getty Images YouTube/Kailah; Corey Nickols for IMDb Photo: Getty Images YouTube/Kailah; Corey Nickols for IMDb

    When we look up the phrase “aging like fine wine” in the dictionary, there’s no doubt a photo of Sanaa Lathan sitting right there. And if there’s not, there should be!

    Nia Long

    Photo: Getty Images Gary Null/NBCU Photo Bank; Jocelyn Prescod/Peacock Photo: Getty Images Gary Null/NBCU Photo Bank; Jocelyn Prescod/Peacock

    We see why Darius Lovehall was trying to become the funk in Nia Long’s right thigh because…wow! She truly just gets more flawless with time!

    Regina King

    Photo: Getty Images Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection; John Salangsang/Variety Photo: Getty Images Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection; John Salangsang/Variety

    Blame it on her beautiful smile and those brown, honey-butter eyes, Regina BEEN King, OK? May her reign last forever!

    Regina Hall

    Photo: Getty Images Scott Gries; y Gilbert Flores/Variety Photo: Getty Images Scott Gries; y Gilbert Flores/Variety

    When it comes to fine women who are arguably funnier than a lot of stand up comedians, you better make sure Regina Hall is in that conversation. (And at the top of the list.)

    Kelis

    Photo: Getty Images Brian Rasic; Rick Kern for Honeyland Festival Photo: Getty Images Brian Rasic; Rick Kern for Honeyland Festival

    When Kelis said her milkshake brought all the boys to the yard, we think she forgot to mention that it held the fountain of youth inside of it, too. Her beauty is unmatched.

    Tracee Ellis Ross

    Photo: Getty Images Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection; Dia Dipasupil Photo: Getty Images Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection; Dia Dipasupil

    While being the daughter of Diana Ross comes with its own glamorous reputation, Tracee Ellis Ross has been stepping on necks and dazzling folks with her gorgeousness on her own.

    Jill Marie Jones

    Photo: Getty Images Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection; Dia Dipasupil Photo: Getty Images Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection; Dia Dipasupil

    Keeping on the “Girlfriends” tip, we’re gonna need Jill Marie Jones to tell us her skin routine and what her signature lip combo is ASAP. We may not be able to look as fine as her but dammit, we’re gonna try!

    Kenya Moore

    Photo: Getty Images Ron Galella, Ltd./Ron Galella Collection; Michael Kovac/The Hollywood Reporter Photo: Getty Images Ron Galella, Ltd./Ron Galella Collection; Michael Kovac/The Hollywood Reporter

    There’s a reason why Kenya Moore won Miss USA all those years ago—just look at her! She’s “gone with the wind fabulous,” keep twirling on’em!

    Salli Richardson-Whitfield

    Photo: Getty Images YouTube/Changofchange; JC Olivera/GA/The Hollywood Reporter Photo: Getty Images YouTube/Changofchange; JC Olivera/GA/The Hollywood Reporter

    If you would’ve made us bet that Salli Richardson would still be as fine today as she was back then—we probably would’ve bet our entire life savings. Do you see her face? 10/10, no notes.

    Jada Pinkett-Smith

    Photo: Getty Images KMazur/WireImage; Kevin Winter Photo: Getty Images KMazur/WireImage; Kevin Winter

    Folks may have a lot to say about Jada Pinkett-Smith but what they can’t say is that she’s never served major face and sexy swag. She has an aura that’s truly like no other and we’re here for it!

    Angela Bassett

    Photo: Getty Images Ron Galella, Ltd./Ron Galella Collection; Dia Dipasupil Photo: Getty Images Ron Galella, Ltd./Ron Galella Collection; Dia Dipasupil

    Oscars and Emmys aside, there’s a reason why she’s called Angela “Been Bad” Bassett. (Did we just make that up? Yes. But it’s hella fitting because look at that perfection that is her face. We love you, Auntie!)

    Halle Berry

    Photo: Getty Images Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic, Inc; Kristina Bumphrey/Variety Photo: Getty Images Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic, Inc; Kristina Bumphrey/Variety

    The list of reasons why Halle Berry will always be fine no matter the decade… is about as long as the list of songs that mention her. Shall we count the gorgeous ways?

    Vivica A. Fox

    Photo: Getty Images ABC Photo Archives/Disney General Entertainment Content; Derek White Photo: Getty Images ABC Photo Archives/Disney General Entertainment Content; Derek White

    Despite what folks may have said about her earlier this year, make no mistake: Vivica A. Fox is still that girl. Don’t get it twisted!

    Sheryl Lee Ralph

    Photo: Getty Images Ron Galella, Ltd./Ron Galella Collection; Kristina Bumphrey/Variety Photo: Getty Images Ron Galella, Ltd./Ron Galella Collection; Kristina Bumphrey/Variety

    Remember divas: Sheryl Lee Ralph was an original Dreamgirl, so that means she’s got an ethereal beauty and elegance that’ll always stand the test of time.

    Tisha Campbell

    Photo: Getty Images Michael Ochs Archives; Frazer Harrison Photo: Getty Images Michael Ochs Archives; Frazer Harrison

    Much like Regina Hall, in addition to Campbell’s good looks, her ability to make people laugh just turns up her sexy factor 1,000 notches.

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