Kaylin Young

Kiesha (Birgundi Baker) is a fictional representation of the harsh reality of an estimated 64,000-75,000 Black women and girls who are currently missing.

Conversations about dancehall cannot happen without mentioning Shenseea. The Jamaican singer and songwriter released “Blessed” featuring Tyga earlier this summer and set blogs, social media, and the radio on fire.

After years of watching her music go viral online and then disappear,Kash Doll is finally able to watch her album, Stacked, climb the charts.

There are certain family names that you just know. The Clark family is in that top tier of legendary pedigree that produced gospel titans like Mattie Moss Clark, The Clark Sisters, and the latest generation Kierra Sheard. Sheard’s impact is not only found in the power of her voice because her talent can be found …

Have you thought about what you're putting inside your vagina? Sustain has.

Most people don't reach over one million Instagram followers overnight, but singer Inayah Lamis did. The songstress has been perfecting her craft for years

Selekta SEXXX is a creative director, whose vision has touched every form of media from music to fashion to visuals. Her eponymous fashion label, Siobhan Hunter - no, her real name isn't SEXXX - has been worn by the likes of Black Ink Crew's Sky, Aleeyah Petty, DJ Siaani Love, among many others.

New York Fashion Week broke records this fall as 44.8 percent of its models were people of color and 2.2 percent were plus size. While the world applauded the inclusivity and the fact that beauty can be found outside the lines of a size 2 and peach skin tones, Halle Deneen is ready for even …

In between weaves, braids, and wigs, there are few brands natural-textured women like myself trust to protect our tresses - Miss Jessie's is definitely a frontrunner.

My friends think it’s strange, my mom thinks it’s heartbreaking, but I just think it is what it is. I do not have the desire to birth my own children.

If you’re a woman of color who’s walked through any beauty supply store – or the “Ethnic” corner of a department store hair aisle – you’ve seen the hot pink letters of Mielle Organics. Founded a little over 4 years ago, Mielle has gone from one product concocted in the garage of Monique Rodriguez to …

Ebony Obsidian… even if you don’t know her name, your faves do. Obsidian has shared screen time with the likes of Regina King, Angela Bassett, Lena Waithe, and Aunjanue Ellis.

If you aren’t already hip, Tanerélle is the singer you need to add to your “Winter Bae” playlist, the femme-fatale you should be following on Instagram, and the intergalactic queen sent to earth to unlock unconditional love. In other words, she’s an artist who uses music, sexuality, and words as her canvas. Her latest track, …

Everyone has an opinion, but Alana Gatling gets paid for hers. The breakout star of Bossip chatted with Bombshell about her journey from high school stages to the coveted couch on season two of WE tv’s hit show. She dished on everything from how immaturity kept her stagnant for years to her love of all things #BlackGirlMagic …

“I never wanted to marry a ballplayer or rapper to put me on. I wanted to put myself on,” says The Headline‘s founder, Amara Onwukaeme with a gaze that confirms her persistence. Onwukaeme is a 21-year-old Atlanta native who launched her luxury hair extension brand in the midst of her junior year at Howard University. But …

Nana Agyemang is that girl. The EveryStylishGirl founder is the chick whose closet you need to raid, effortlessly documents her “big chop” in a national publication, and meets you like y’all have known each other for ages! I experienced this tour de force in action on Sunday at EveryStylishGirl’s Sip N’ Slay DC brunch. Agyemang …

As more dating apps continue to popularize themselves among millennials, match.com and eharmony are being replaced by dating services that suggest more than dinner and a movie. Dating sites for sugar daddy/mama have become more appealing to millennials seeking nontraditional relationships – and a little extra cash. Sugar daddies are infamous for trading money for …

Chocolate City (a.k.a. Washington D.C.), a community which was once full of black-owned businesses, celebration and political progression is being sued for $1 billion on account of gentrification and alleged discrimination against long-term black residents. How did D.C. go from being the first majority-black city in America to one of the most-gentrified metropolitan destinations? Blame …

We know Elaine Welteroth from revolutionizing the pages of Teen Vogue. We know Oprah from… well, just from being Oprah. We know Karen Civil from working with Nipsey Hussle and practically every urban music brand. However, there are so many other women killing the media, fashion and tech world.

Whether you’re gearing up for Christmas, Kwanzaa, or ending your Hanukkah celebration, if your gift list looks anything like ours, it’s way too long and probably still blank for a few family and friends who are the hardest to shop for. Bombshell loves nothing more than gift-giving… especially when we get to #BuyBlack. From stocking …

You can go anywhere on Youtube to find a makeup tutorial to get ready, but if you need to get “unready”, do not look any further than to Tanny Mosley.

Historically, the church has been the hub of political reform, emotional relief and social ideals. Today, the church is a quieter entity in American culture, specifically for millennials described as 22 to 35-year olds. According to a study by the Pew Research Center, 19 percent of African-Americans under the age of 30 do not affiliate …

In the past few years, the work space has shifted from uptight environment to a relaxed setting. Formal suits, muted makeup, and brisk handshakes used to define professionalism. Today, in-office happy hours, tattoo-clad CEOs, and casual dress are the norm for many workplaces. As millennials start to dominate the job force, high profile headquarters, such …

Before you turn to E!, drop the remote. According to a new study by the London School of Economics and Political Science, watching “materialistic media”, such as Keeping Up with the Kardashians and Real Housewives of New York make us less sympathetic to the poor. And it only takes 60 seconds. Results found that watching …

In the last nine months, I’ve fallen in love, been on some of the best dates of my life and gained a solid 10 pounds. They say that love changes everything, but I didn’t expect it to change the way my clothes fit. You might think this is a personal problem, but weight gain is …

You stood in line for hours, Googled who was on your ballot, cast your vote, posted a selfie – or Boomerang if you were really excited – on social media, refreshed your timeline every half hour to check in on incoming results or watched live. But now what do you do? Yesterday’s midterm election produced …

While grants for women – specifically women of color – are hard to come by, they do exist.

I saw Crazy Rich Asians a few weeks ago and I am still astonished. Everything from the film to the dialogues to the fashions was diverse with color – and so was the audience. Crazy Rich Asians is the second film by a major Hollywood studio to feature an all-Asian cast… ever. Yet, not only Asians were anxious to …

In 2003, it was Kelis’ milkshake bringing the boys to the yard. These days, her culinary repertoire has far more to offer – and she’s teaming up with Airbnb to bring her flavors to Los Angeles on August 15th in a hands-on cooking experience. Twenty years of international traveling inspired the singer-turned-chef to collect recipes, …

When Beyoncé became the first black woman to headline Coachella in April, her choreography, apparel, and set themes were just the beginning of a massive plan to elevate and celebrate the black college experience – specifically HBCU’s. Her costumes were not only visually-pleasing as they shimmered with each move; the collaboration, designed by Olivier Rousteing, held …

From Sex and the City to political office, actress, Cynthia Nixon is hoping to add a new title in front of her name – governor of New York. Nixon, who is known for her role as Miranda Hobbes in SATC, announced her run for office yesterday with a video about her life spent in New York City and …

When it comes to relationships, each couple has a different set of rules. For Raashaun (aka DJ Envy) and Gia Casey, their rule book might be a little less strict than others’.

Last night was the 2018 CFDA Awards and red-carpet looks are just one reason the night was a must-see. From Issa Rae’s hosting skills and graphic wardrobe choices to Kim Kardashian’s comments on nudity – again, there was a lot going down inside the Brooklyn Museum. Issa Rae kicked off the night as the first …

Shondaland has created a fantasy world full of Gladiators, beloved doctors and justice crusaders with the series finale of Scandal.

Clothing and beauty brands often use their influence to promote their brand message, but in the past few years, they have taken a strong stance to advocate for equality for all people. As LGBTQ pride month approaches in June, brands like Sephora and ASOS are erasing gender lines to include all customers. This week, Sephora announced …

On Wednesday, Kim Kardashian went to the White House to meet with (y’alls) president to discuss prison reform and sentencing.

Charlize Theron recently sat down with the ladies of The View to discuss her new movie, Tully. But another hot topic took precedence at the morning roundtable when Sunny Hostin asked about transracial adoption. Hostin asked Theron how she’s raising two children of color in today’s political climate. While Theron addressed the “raising children” part …

By now, you’ve seen the gowns, accessories, and the Pope of Fashion (it’s Rihanna if you didn’t already know).

In 1954, Linda Brown was an 11-year-old girl whose parents just wanted her to have a quality education. In years to follow, Linda Brown would become the face of an educational movement that rallied for the desegregation of public schools and ushered millions of children of color into classrooms with their white peers. Over six …

Rihanna has already taken over our playlists, makeup bags and closets, but she’s not done yet. After a multi-million-dollar success with Fenty Beauty, the mogul is ready to take her crafts to the bedroom and design a lingerie line. While the intimate details – no pun intended – are still undisclosed, WWD broke the news …

Anok Yai recently became Prada’s biggest contribution to Black History Month during their Fall 2018 runway show. The Sudanese model became the second Black model (ever) to open Prada’s runway during Milan Fashion Week. Yai followed in the 1997 footsteps of fashion icon, Naomi Campbell. The 19-year-old model was discovered at Howard University’s homecoming after …

With a name that means “noble”, AdELA is not a singer to miss. The South African beauty is flipping the female hip-hop narrative by bringing an original sound and promoting womanism and strength along with her soulful vocals. For her latest project, Dreamers & Thinkers, AdELA was surrounded by hip-hop heavy hitters like Fat Joe, …

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Kanye and Kim Kardashian West welcomed their new baby girl on Monday, Jan. 15, at 12:47 a.m. The baby, weighing in at 7 lbs., 6 oz., arrived via surrogate. She joins older siblings, North, 4, and brother Saint, 2, and a slew of close cousins. Kardashian-West took to her personal app to make the announcement …

As if co-hosting The View and debuting a new single wasn’t a good enough start to 2018, Keke Palmer is dropping yet another single called Bossy. The edgy and self-affirming lyrics are nothing new for the outspoken starlet, but fans can expect much more of this as Palmer prepares to release her second studio album. It’s hard to …

It seems as if everyone and their mother is obsessed with Rihanna’s Fenty Beauty – and rightfully so!

Award season kicked off Sunday night with the 75th Golden Globes Awards. The night – which typically honors excellence in film and television – paid homage to the women who spoken up about the sexual harassment and abuse in Hollywood. From lengthy speeches to the guests’ black attire to the unexpected activists who appeared as …

California legalized the sale of recreational marijuana and lines have been out the door for weed retailers

For some, New Year’s resolutions are a new beginning and a starting line for when desired behaviors or practices can commence. For others, resolutions are a disease that reveal its symptoms in late November, peak in the first few weeks of January and subside by February. However you view resolutions, there’s a good chance that …

Solange has been mysteriously AWOL the past few months.