By Andréa Butler Let It Shine should have been Coco Jones‘s big break — and she high-key thought it was. As our spring 2015 cover girl, the then 17-year-old even let us in on her upcoming post-high school graduation plans to leave her hometown in Tennessee and head to L.A. “I’ll get a lot more […]
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Asante Blackk’s acting dreams have hitched a ride on the fast-track to reality, and so far, that’s meant a new city, new roles, and even a new last name. In our spring 2020 issue, he gives us the goods on all that. Go behind-the-scenes of his photo shoot and subscribe now to get your copy […]
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Saniyya Sidney’s filmography is already fire, she’s had roles in two Oscar-nominated films, and she’s only 13. In our winter 2019 issue, she spills the tea on her love of Beyoncé, her dream character to play, and what it’s like to work with legends, such as Viola Davis and Denzel Washington. Take a look behind-the-scenes […]
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By Ava Marshall Black cinema stays blessing us with many classics — we’re talking thousands of cultural references, sis. Many of these gems also center around fighting the powers that be both socially and politically. Grab your popcorn and clear your planner ’cause our roundup of resistance-themed films is gonna leave you inspired to change […]
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Like the ‘fro she rocks in her movie Little, Marsai Martin’s goals are big and unshakeable. In our summer 2019 issue (our 4th-annual Natural Hair Love issue, btw), she talks hair, Hollywood, and having hella goals. Take a look behind-the-scenes of her photo shoot and subscribe now to get your copy!
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Rejection can feel like a legit bully, ripping away at your self-esteem. But, what if we told you that the “r” word, isn’t all that bad and can actually be used as a motivating tool, pushing you toward achieving your goals? #IssaFact. Images by Mauro Grigollo/Stocksy
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She may not hold court, but Chandler Kinney represents with the skills of the most talented lawyer — using her platform to empower, inspire, and give voice to Black girls everywhere. Pick up our spring issue to see the Lethal Weapon star chop it up about her burgeoning career, her activism, and her desire to […]
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Marcus Scribner reps hard for the blerd scene — on screen and off. But he knows it’s through the characters he plays that he’s able to squash stereotypes for the masses. And that’s what he’s most proud of. Check out our interview with Marcus in our winter issue by grabbing your copy today! (Shipping starts […]
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Hustle. Humor. Talent. China Anne McClain has all that and more. But if you think you know everything about this 18-year-old actress and musical powerhouse, think again. Check out our interview with China in our fall issue by grabbing your copy today! (Shipping starts mid-September.)
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You heard right: One of #DemLyonsBoys is on the cover of our fall issue — and just in time for the start of Empire season 2! Check out our interview with Bryshere (AKA Yazz The Greatest), where he raps about his music, his love life, and gives us a sneak peek into what’s coming next for […]
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