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ESSENCE Fest’s Hurricane Royale Cocktail Competition Was A Whole Vibe —Thanks To Big Freedia
The Queen Diva brought the bounce, the crowd brought the hype, and NOLA’s top mixologists brought the rum.
Day One Of The ESSENCE Film Festival Showcases Black Stories That Soar
On the first day of the ESSENCE Film Festival, the lights dimmed and the stories lit up—each one a reminder of the beauty, complexity, and brilliance of Black life on screen. From emotionally gripping ...
Lauryn Hill Played to a Near-Empty Stadium Until 3:37 A.M. at Essence Festival — and Fans Are Now Coming to Her Defense
The eight-time Grammy winner started her Essence Festival set at 2:30 a.m. local time after the day’s lineup got behind ...