Author: Gary Trust

Being powerful isn’t always about adding to a growing list of accomplishments and accolades, nor is it having a certain level of status and access. For pastor, author, businesswoman, wife and mother Sarah Jakes Roberts, true power is being able to tap into your inner self and authentically live in your truth, however that may […]

On April 25, 2009, Rascal Flatts’ “Here Comes Goodbye” ascended to No. 1 on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart, becoming the 10th of the trio’s 12 leaders. Related Chart Rewind: In 2006, Rascal Flatts Had the ‘Most’ Popular Country Hit 04/25/2024 The song was written by Clint Lagerberg and Chris Sligh (the latter a finalist on […]

The first weekend of Coachella is always unforgettable and this year was no different. With Coachella’s reputation as one of the country’s biggest music festivals, the yearly event attracts people from all over. As weekend 2 approaches, anticipation builds for headliners like Tyler, the Creator, Doja Cat, No Doubt and Lana Del Ray, along with […]

When I heard that O.J. Simpson died, a few thoughts crossed my mind. Mostly, I needed to write about it: I have a simultaneous fascination with and disdain for football and how the game is an amalgamation of American culture—the dichotomous beauty of the game and the objective destruction of primarily Black bodies for white […]

Toni Braxton and Cedric the Entertainer’s upcoming tour, “Love & Laughter,” is set to be a remarkable fusion of talent and friendship. Despite their different realms of entertainment, the two have shared a longstanding friendship that dates back years. Now, they’re bringing their unique gifts together for an unforgettable experience on stage. Toni’s mesmerizing voice, […]

Yes, Los Angeles’ 502 square miles are a celebrity playground and home to affluent Black neighborhoods like Baldwin Hills and Ladera Heights, but there is so much more to the city and these unique activities may just be under your radar. EBONY has visited and tested these five hot spots you’d never think to visit […]

Jonathan Majors has been ordered to complete a yearlong counseling program in relation to his assault case from last year, according to AP. This means the actor will not serve jail time for his conviction against an ex-girlfriend. Majors could have served a year behind bars for a misdemeanor assault, which was decided by a […]

Black’ish alum Tracee Ellis Ross hosted the 2024 New Museum Gala at Cipriani South Street New York City, which honored artists George Condo and Mickalene Thomas. Deon Jones at New Museum Spring Gala 2024. Image: © BFA 2024. Artist Deon Jones performed at the benefit dinner, which raised $2.1 million. The museum is currently undergoing […]

Ariana Grande’s “We Can’t Be Friends (Wait for Your Love)” debuts at No. 1 on both the Billboard Global 200 and Billboard Global Excl. U.S. charts. Grande achieves her fourth leader on the former and her third on the latter. The song is the second single from Grande’s seventh studio album, Eternal Sunshine, which premieres […]

2024 might just be the year of a resurgence when it comes to live shows! Usher Raymond is days away from gracing the halftime stage at Super Bowl LVIII and he recently revealed his ninth studio album Coming Home set to release this Friday. But we know that he’s an artist who keeps on giving. […]