Ebony Magazine

Emmy Winner Lamorne Morris on His Epic Win and Playing an ‘SNL’ Icon

Lamorne Morris is enjoying a lot of firsts this season. Last month, he took home the Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie Emmy for his role as North Dakota Deputy Wit...

From Emancipation to GRAMMY Glory: The Fisk Jubilee Singers’ Enduring Legacy

In the throes of African enslavement in Nashville, Tennessee, Sarah H. Sheppard, a mother tending to her two children on a plantation, faced a difficult decision. Her young daughter was being groomed ...

A Morehouse Man of Many Faces

Brian Tyree Henry lounges in a chair, jeans and a worn T-shirt hanging off him in a way that suggests ease, not indifference. His fingers, stacked with silver rings, trail along the armrest, and his e...

Versatility and Impact: A Look at Brian Tyree Henry’s Most Remarkable Roles

Brian Tyree Henry has quickly become one of Hollywood’s most versatile and captivating actors, delivering standout performances across a wide range of films and television shows. From Alfred “Paper Bo...

Explore Brian Tyree Henry’s HBCU-Inspired Collegiate Fashion from EBONY’s ‘The Homecoming’ Issue

For EBONY’s October issue, which pays tribute to the cultural significance of HBCUs and the rich traditions surrounding homecoming season, stylist Alexander-Julian Gibbson created a look that embodies...

Beyond the Yard: HBCU Alum Share the Best Things to Experience in These Cities During Homecoming Season

Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) homecomings are more than just annual celebrations, they represent a powerful tradition deeply rooted in culture, pride and unity. These events brin...

Don’t Miss These HBCU Fall Championships and Football Classics This Fall

These rivalries run deep—and so does the culture. Whether the players are stepping on a grassy field or a wax-floor court, HBCU sports events are spaces where sports, spirit and community mix into one...

Crowning Moments: Celebrating HBCU Leadership Through the Homecoming Court Tradition

As the homecoming season approaches, the energy on HBCU campuses is gearing up to intensify with immense pride, joy, and legacy. A vital part of the homecoming legacy is the crowning of the royal cour...

HBCUs Are Creating Change in Athletic Programs Through Diversity

Sports is big business in America and has continued to grow by leaps and bounds over the past few decades. That includes professional, college and high school athletics. One aspect that has grown expo...