Golden Globes
In honor of tonight’s GoldenGlobes, sharing this Throwback pic on the red carpet. 💚The Globe’s were always one of my favorite shows to cover because it’s always a big party! Congratulations to all of tonight’s nominees! 🏆
January MAGNOLIA Monthly
The January issue of our MAGNOLIA Monthly is here! I hope you take a moment read the latest from the S.H.A.U.N. Foundation for Girls! 💜https://conta.cc/3DQdLOf
New Year’s Eve
My family and close friends know that I always kick off the New Year in church! Being there gets me centered, ready to take on the New Year with gratitude and purpose. I was raised in the church in my hometown Detroit, Michigan and in every city I moved to, I always found a church home. My sister-in-law, Carolyn and I attended the New Year’s Eve Crossover Service at Faithful Central Bible Church in Inglewood, CA. ⛪️ It was amazing! I hope this year brings you an abundance of blessings!
Sunday Service
This moment right here ❤️ Standing at the altar with Mom after service, just days before Christmas, feeling all those childhood Sunday mornings wash over me. Sure, there were times I dragged my feet (sorry Mom, Dad, Jacob, Grandma and Mama Ashie!), but every week, rain or shine, we were in these pews. Now? Coming home to Detroit just wouldn't feel right without walking through these church doors with my family. Grateful for the wisdom of my elders who knew exactly what my stubborn heart needed, even when I didn't. This right here? This is my reset button, my shelter, my home away from home. 🙏🏽
My Little Sister
Shouting HAPPY BIRTHDAY to my little sister, Jewel La’Nai!! 🥳🎊Jewel, I love you so much! I’m so proud to be your big Sis! 💝Celebrating you on this special day and also our beloved Daddy who let me name you when you were born! Forever our Guardian Angel! 🙏🏾🕊️ #sisterlove #happybirthday
Nikki Giovanni
“I am a gazelle so swift, so swift, you can’t catch me”. RIP NIKKI GIOVANNI. One of the greatest poets ever. 🙏🏾 I remember being backstage covering an event and chatting with Omari Hardwick when, in walked Nikki Giovanni. With all the stars, we were both excited to see this icon. The last time I had been in a room with Ms. Giovanni is when I was a student at Spelman College and she came to speak to us a read her poem, “Ego Tripping.” An incredible experience. Thank you for blessing us with your talent. ❤️ 🕊️
Arise and Shine
I love giving Shoutouts to my Sisters-In-Philanthropy. My friend Malinda Williams is an actress, author and entrepreneur and also has an incredible nonprofit called the Arise and Shine Foundation. They are doing amazing work for underserved and underrepresented women and girls including a Coding Bootcamp in partnership with HBCU’s. I hope you have a chance to check out their work! Keep shining, Malinda! 💜
My Friend, the Supreme Court Justice
A quick trip to Annapolis, Maryland to attend the Investiture Ceremony of my elementary school friend Peter Killough as he is sworn in as the newest Justice of the Maryland Supreme Court by Governor Wes Moore. Saw so many of my school friends as we all gathered to support Peter. Congratulations Justice Killough!
Honoring Dad for Veterans Day
My Daddy - The Vet. On this Veterans Day, I’m honoring my father and all those who have served and are serving in our nation’s armed forces. 🇺🇸
Quincy Jones
A message today about the loss of a legend. Quincy Jones. What an amazing journey on this earth! Rest in Peace, Quincy. A life well-lived. Thank you for the beautiful music. 🙏🏾🕊️
Happy Halloween!
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