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The NOLA rap star felt he should have been included in the lineup with all he’s contributed to hip-hop. Of note, the festival is being held in New Orleans.

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| BY MARK ELIBERT

Juvenile Calls Out Essence Fest for Not Being Included in 50-Year Hip Hop Lineup

The celebrity couple welcomed their second child together in September 2021. Cardi and Offset have kept their newborn out of the public eye... until this week.

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| BY JOSHUA ESPINOZA

Cardi B and Offset Share First Photos of Baby Son's Face and Reveal His Name

'Verzuz' announced that Bobby Brown and Keith Sweat will showcase their hits later this week. The popular series is partnering with 'Essence' for the event.

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| BY ABEL SHIFFERAW

Bobby Brown and Keith Sweat to Face Off in 'Verzuz' Battle

Complex News discusses #OscarsSoWhite, Ben Carson, and black girl magic on the red carpet at Essence Magazine's Black Women In Hollywood Luncheon.

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| BY ALEX HUDGENS

Black Girl Magic on Essence Magazine Black Carpet

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