Regina King Covers Essence

Regina King will grace the cover of the February Issue of Essence Magazine. She gives us the tea on being a business woman, a mother (to her 15 year old son) and a girlfriend to her mate Malcolm-Jamal Warner. Regina looks FAB.....Thoughts Lovies?

Angela Burt-Murray Resigns from Essence Magazine

A little over four months ago Essence (a Magazine which caters to the African American community) Editor-in-Chief Angela Burt-Murray made headlines due to hiring a Caucasian Fashion Director (Ellianna Placas). Burt-Murray made it clear to readers that her reason for hiring Elliana Placas was based on her resume working for both O: The Oprah Magazine and US Weekly. Her decision caused an uproar amongst black women and men. Angela has now made headlines again for her choice to resign from the Magazine.

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Essence Magazine Convtroversy

African American Magazine Essence recent decision to hire a Caucasian Fashion Director (Ellianna Placas) has caused some major uproar. Essence known for catering to the black community from hair and skin care to finanancial and relationship advice is now receiveing backlash from those who up until now were its major supporter. Upon hearing the news former fashion editor of Essence, Michaela Angela Davis, wasted no time utilizing the social networking site Facebook to express her feelings.

"It’s with a heavy heart I’ve learned Essence Magazine has engaged a white Fashion Director. I love Essence and I love fashion. I hate this news and this feeling. It hurts, literally. The fashion industry has historically been so hostile to black people–especially women....." What are your thoughts?