Stephanie Mills blasts 2025 Essence Festival over sound issues, poor planning, and lack of professionalism in open letter.

R&B IT-Girl Mariah The Scientist set the Coca-Cola stage ablaze at the beverage giant’s bustling booth during this year’s ...

Eva Marcille had fans talking after posting a video that showed her looking very comfortable alongside her ex-husband, Michael Sterling. Video The two were spotted riding together in a golf […] The ...

Lauryn Hill thanked the 2025 Essence Fest for taking responsibility for her late set time at 2:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 5, ...

Discover why Essence Fest remains a powerful force in Black culture, showcasing lively energy and community spirit.

From beignet battles and po’ boy showdowns to chef demos and conversations about Black food culture, the energy inside this EFOC activation was magnetic.

The reunion comes two years after Marcille filed for divorce from the lawyer, whom she shares two sons and a daughter from a ...

While the event is technically called the Essence Festival of Culture, one of its biggest draws is the nightly concert featuring some of the biggest names in Black music. But at the 2025 Essence Fest ...

Disney hosted a special Princess Tiana-themed brunch experience at Dooky Chase’s restaurant during the 2025 Essence Festival ...

Nikole Hannah-Jones and Rashad Robinson warn that viral moments and representation aren’t enough to withstand civil rights rollbacks—and call for new models for lasting impact.

The singer says scheduling issues and "lack of technical preparedness" negatively impacted both her show and attendees' ...