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Arike Ogunbowale Aims For Excellence Both On And Off The Court

In the Yoruba language, the name Arike means “a child you treasure, cherish, pamper and love.” So, from the time she was born, WNBA star...

WATCH: Don Cheadle On His Character And Navigating Racial Tensions In ‘Fight Night’

In Peacock’s new series Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist, Don Cheadle steps into the role of J.D. Hudson, a Black detective navigating the racial...

WATCH: Chlöe Bailey And Sinqua Walls Talk About The High Stakes Of Peacock’s ‘Fight Night’

In Peacock’s Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist, Chlöe Bailey and Sinqua Walls deliver captivating performances as Lena and McKinley Rogers, two characters whose lives...

Sean “Diddy” Combs Arrested In New York City After Grand Jury Indictment

Sean “Diddy” Combs was arrested Monday evening at the Park Hyatt Hotel in Manhattan, following an indictment from a grand jury, authorities said. Combs, who...

Doechii Announces The ‘Alligator Bites Never Heal’ Tour

Today, Doechii officially announced her Alligator Bites Never Heal The Tour, marking her first headlining run in support of her critically acclaimed mixtape of the...

2024 Primetime Emmys: Full List Of Winners

The 76th Primetime Emmy Awards was a night of celebration, triumph, and recognition of excellence in the television industry. Held at the LA Live Peacock...

WATCH | Will Packer And Shaye Ogbonna On ‘Fight Night’ And Its Impact on Atlanta’s History

Ahead of the show’s premiere, executive producer Will Packer and showrunner Shaye Ogbonna discussed the inspiration and impact behind their latest Peacock series, Fight Night:...

‘Seeking Mavis Beacon’ Reminds Us Why Informed Consent Matters In AI 

Seeking Mavis Beacon raises questions about AI, ethical storytelling, and the importance of informed consent. The film, directed by Jazmine Jones and co-produced by Olivia...

WATCH | Samuel L. Jackson On How ‘Fight Night’ Captures The Essence Of Atlanta

In this exclusive interview with ESSENCE, Samuel L. Jackson delves into his portrayal of Frank Moten, the notorious “Black Godfather,” in Peacock’s thrilling series, Fight...

Frankie Beverly, Legendary Soul Singer And Founder Of Maze, Dies At 77

Frankie Beverly, the legendary R&B singer, songwriter, and producer, passed away on September 10, at the age of 77. His family announced the news early...