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Barry Jenkins Talks Corporate America Grind | BlkCosmo
Barry Jenkins isn't afraid to get real about working in corporate america as a black artist.
Latto Pregnant? Baby Bump Exposed in New Music Video
Latto's new 'business & personal' video has the internet saying one thing: is she expecting? her 'business & personal' video has us talking! latto's serving looks and possibly a bun in the oven.
Usher & Justin Bieber Clash at Beyoncé & Jay-Z After-Party
Usher and Justin Bieber had a heated verbal confrontation at Beyoncé and Jay-Z's exclusive Oscars after-party, with insiders saying Usher approached with energy and anger but no punches were thrown. The tense exchange unfolded amid a star-studded crowd including Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce, Michael B. Jordan, Teyana Taylor, and Hailey Bieber, though the reason remains unclear.
Nina Turner & Tamika Mallory Spill the Tea on Target Boycott Future
Nina Turner and Tamika Mallory spill the tea on the Target boycott's future, firmly distancing themselves from Pastor Jamal Bryant in an explosive TheGrio exclusive.
Teyana Taylor Named First-Ever Chief Curator of Essence Festival 2026
Teyana Taylor has been named the inaugural Chief Curator of the 2026 Essence Festival of Culture, bringing her creative collective The Aunties to shape one of Black culture's most beloved annual events. The festival runs July 3–5 in New Orleans.
EJ Johnson: “Cuter Than Any Girl” in Women’s Outfits
EJ Johnson is leaving no crumbs! 🔥 During a highly-discussed interview with Carlos King, the fashion icon confidently declared that they look "cuter than any girl" when stepping out in women's outfits. From their glamorous looks to their unfilter
Lens App Explained: Why Creators Should Pay Attention
Lens is a new social platform that gives creators full ownership of their content and audience, offering a powerful alternative to traditional apps that control reach, monetization, and visibility.
Aldis Hodge & Isaiah Mustafa: Cross Stars Unleashed
Cross is built on brotherhood, and ESSENCE is giving Aldis Hodge and Isaiah Mustafa the full leading‑man treatment for it. In their March 2026 feature, the duo breaks down how Prime Video’s Cross isn’t just another crime thriller—it’s a character stu



















