Essence News
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Donna Summer's Album Sales Spike After Her Sudden Death
Although many of her albums are unavailable, Summer's greatest hits albums are expected to enter the charts next week.Published: 5/19/2012 10:30:00 AM -
Whitney Houston’s Last Recorded Song to Premiere
Fans will hear Whitney Houston's final recorded song, a duet with singer Jordin Sparks, on Monday.Published: 5/19/2012 09:30:00 AM -
Raven-Symoné: 'My Sexual Orientation is Mine'
The actress addresses rumors surrounding her sexuality on Twitter.Published: 5/18/2012 17:30:00 PM -
The Write or Die Chick: Me, God and the Desires of My Heart
This busy mother of one is slightly upset that her dreams of becoming a mother again and finding a husband aren't happening as quickly as she would like.Published: 5/18/2012 16:38:00 PM -
Must-See: Watch Nick Cannon's Anti-Bullying Music Video, 'Die Young'
See Nick Cannon's powerful video about bullying in America.Published: 5/18/2012 15:15:00 PM -
Beyoncé Pays Tribute to Donna Summer
Beyoncé took to her personal website to pay tribute to the late Disco Queen.Published: 5/18/2012 14:02:00 PM -
Week in Review: 10 Things We're Talking About
From Donna Summer's tragic death to Trayvon Martin's mom getting a major help, these are the headlines of the week.Published: 5/18/2012 12:00:00 PM -
The Empowerment Experiment Launches First Cash Mob
It's time to support Black businesses! See how you can get involved this weekend.Published: 5/18/2012 11:35:00 AM -
Show Us Your Prom Dress!
Submit your photo for a chance to be featured on ESSENCE.com!Published: 5/18/2012 11:21:00 AM -
President Obama Issues Statement on Donna Summer, Public Memorial Announced
President Obama releases a statement regarding the Disco Queen.Published: 5/18/2012 11:18:00 AM -
Coffee Talk Video: Michael Ealy on Finding His Comedic Edge on "Common Law"
Ealy shares why his role on USA's Common Law reveals his real personality.Published: 5/18/2012 11:00:00 AM -
Hairstyle File: Donna Summer's Tress Transformation
The most memorable hairstyles from the Queen of Disco.Published: 5/18/2012 10:00:00 AM -
Weekend Inspiration: Cultivate an Attitude of Calm
How do you define happiness? This weekend take a minute to breath deeply and reflect.Published: 5/18/2012 09:08:00 AM -
Coffee Talk: Pooch Hall Will Not Return to 'The Game'
Pooch Hall is the latest actor to be ousted from the popular BET series.Published: 5/18/2012 09:06:00 AM -
Girl's Best Friend: Watch the Company He Keeps
What are his friendships saying about him?Published: 5/18/2012 08:00:00 AM -
Street Style: The Studio Museum in Harlem Spring Luncheon
Fashionistas arrived dressed to impress for the Studio Museum in Harlem's sixth annual spring luncheon.Published: 5/18/2012 06:00:00 AM -
Top 10: The Week's Best-Dressed, 5-18-2012
A fab mix of casual cuties and red carpet glamour girls take this week's top spots.Published: 5/18/2012 06:00:00 AM -
Street Style: Hot Hair in the Big Apple
The glamorous, edgy and elegant hairstyles we spotted in the concrete jungle.Published: 5/18/2012 06:00:00 AM -
Top 10: Makeup Moments of the Week, 5-18-2012
The best in beauty, from purple lids to pink lips.Published: 5/18/2012 06:00:00 AM -
Ask Dr. Sherry: "He Doesn't Know I Have Kids"
If a man bails because you tell him you're a single mom, he's not worth your time.Published: 5/18/2012 06:00:00 AM -
Accessories Street Style: Accessory Overload
Who says less is more? Pile on your accessories this season.Published: 5/18/2012 06:00:00 AM -
Top 10: Hairstyles of the Week, 5-18-2012
Our fave looks, from curly bobs to sexy topknots.Published: 5/18/2012 06:00:00 AM -
Aretha Franklin and Chaka Khan Remember Donna Summer
The two divas pay their last respects to the Queen of Disco.Published: 5/17/2012 16:45:00 PM -
Donna Summer: ESSENCE Readers Pay Tribute
Readers share their memories of the Queen of Disco.Published: 5/17/2012 16:00:00 PM -
Exclusive: Watch Kim Coles Share Her Natural Hair Journey
Actress Kim Coles shares her natural hair journey in this exclusive clip.Published: 5/17/2012 15:00:00 PM -
Fashion Flashback: Donna Summer
The disco diva has passed but her glamorous style will live on forever.Published: 5/17/2012 13:59:00 PM -
A Safer Way to Flirt With That Sexy Guy Across the Room
Is giving him your number really a good idea?Published: 5/17/2012 13:58:00 PM -
Disco Queen: Donna Summer's Greatest Hits
After a long battle with cancer, Donna Summer died at 63. Here's a tribute to her musical legacy.Published: 5/17/2012 13:54:00 PM -
Celebrities React to Donna Summer's Death
Celebrities tweet their reactions to Donna Summer's death.Published: 5/17/2012 13:31:00 PM -
Donna Summer: Life in Pictures
A look back at Summer's legendary career and a celebration all of her many achievements.Published: 5/17/2012 12:45:00 PM -
Donna Summer, The Queen of Disco, Dies at 63
The legendary disco singer has died after a battle with cancer.Published: 5/17/2012 12:02:00 PM -
Celeb Cam: Twitter Pictures of the Week, May 17
Celebs tweets about their mothers in this week's edition of Twitpics.Published: 5/17/2012 12:00:00 PM -
Must-See: Watch Viola Davis' New Movie Trailer, 'Won't Back Down'
Watch Academy Award nominated actress Viola Davis transform a school in Won't Back Down.Published: 5/17/2012 10:57:00 AM -
Coffee Talk: 50 Cent Hospitalized, Faces Surgery
The rapper was hospitalized with a stomach bug. Fortunately, it looks like he'll recover.Published: 5/17/2012 09:04:00 AM -
Fashion Flashback: Grace Jones
We're celebrating the diva's 64th birthday by looking back at her hautest looks ever.Published: 5/17/2012 06:00:00 AM -
Street Style: Natural By Design
Curly girls converge at the Design Essentials booth at the World Natural Hair Show.Published: 5/17/2012 06:00:00 AM -
The Most Beautiful Natural Hairstyles in History
Iconic looks from Diana, Janet, Chaka and more that have left a lasting impression on Black hair history.Published: 5/17/2012 06:00:00 AM -
Reader Q&A: CurlyNikki on How to Handle Natural Hair Naysayers
Blogger extraordinaire CurlyNikki's advice for dealing with natural hair naysayers.Published: 5/17/2012 06:00:00 AM -
'Scandal': Where Do We Go From Here?
Is television forgetting the amount of Black talent in Hollywood?Published: 5/17/2012 06:00:00 AM -
Twitter Chat: Let's Talk About the Good, the Bad and The Ugly of Weddings
Share your best and worst experiences as a wedding guest, bride or bridesmaid.Published: 5/17/2012 06:00:00 AM -
Making It Work: We Had Two Marriages In One and You Can Too
One couple reveals how they turned a bad marriage around with God's help.Published: 5/17/2012 06:00:00 AM