Events

With Elon Musk trying to destroy Twitter, there are Black billionaires (and millionaires) who are smart and…

The college student got to meet Apple CEO Time Cook for his outstanding work

The maternal mortality rate for Black women nearly doubled from 2018 to 2021.

The Root 100 Gala was a star-studded event celebrating the best of our culture.

Check out the night's most magical moments celebrating Black excellence.

The Ithaca native is excited to share her art on a night highlighting Black excellence.

The gospel singer discusses growing up in a family of artists, and performing at the Apollo Theater.

The R&B singer discusses her creative influences and the significance of performing at the Apollo Theater.

The former First Lady caught up with her forever fans at The Root while on her wildly popular book tour for The…

The beloved comedian's got a lot to say about what it takes to succeed in Hollywood.

Take a look at our annual list of the country’s top Black artists, influencers, and change-makers.

For the first time, The Root 100 event is open to everyone, and we'd love to see you there. And if you order through…

The mother of NFL superstar DeAndre Hopkins recounts the horrific domestic attack she experienced and how her son…

At the The Root Institute, Rev. William Barber connects Trumpism's origins to the Southern Strategy and the…

We want to hear from you about who you believe deserves to be honored this year.

The co-founder of Black Voters Matter spoke at the Root Institute about the importance finding the time for joy in…

The co-founder of Black Voters Matter spoke at The Root Institute about engaging the immediate struggles while…

The NFL's Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer, Jonathan Beane, breaks down how the NFL's structure is different from…

The NFL's Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer spoke at the Root Institute on the league's partnership with Roc…

Rev. Dr. William Barber, Co-Chair of the Poor People's Campaign, spoke at The Root Institute about the dangers of…