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Viola Davis is star and executive producer of new film ‘Lila and Eve’

Maybe if a black woman wants a leading role, she has to create it herself. Viola Davis spent 27 years shining in mostly supporting parts before her Oscar-nominated turn in “The Help” and her lead in ABC’s “How to Get Away With Murder” proved she deserves to be front and center. So Davis founded JuVee …

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Exclusive Video: Kim Burrell Mic Toss ft. India Arie, Lalah Hathaway, Chrisette Michele, Anita Wilson & more

courtesy of The Radio Revival During the 21st Annual Essence Festival, gospel and R&B stars gathered together to pay honor and tribute to the incomparable artist, vocalist, songwriter and arranger Kim Burrell.  After a soul stirring performance by Jonathan McReynolds, Kim Burrell took the mic and began an impromptu mic toss with stars like India Arie, Chrisette …

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Anita Wilson Shares 7 Upbeat Gospel Songs to Supercharge Your Workout

courtesy of Essence Want to get your praise on while you sweat? Grammy-nominated gospel singer Anita Wilson recently shared her favorite danceable gospel jams with ESSENCE. Wilson, who first burst on the scene with Donald Lawrence & Co., doesn’t want to seem narcissistic, but says she has several groove-inducing praise songs that keep her motivated …

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