Meagan Good's Beautiful Sanctuary, Kanye's New Mansion, Inside the Homes of Some of the World's Richest Black Folks, Black Celebs With the Most Insane Cars, Rihanna's Bejeweled Crocs, a Crazy-Expensive Handcrafted Handbag at Art Basel and Other Black Luxury Celebrity Stories
As we head into the weekend, we're looking back at some of our favorite stories about Black luxury
From the Met Gala red carpet to front row at New York Fashion Week, billionaire businesswoman and R&B singer Rihanna is known for showing up in high-fashion looks that make heads turn. But sometimes, even an international superstar and fashion icon has to pop out in something casual every now and then, right? — Angela Johnson
The only thing we love more than looking at beautiful homes is looking at beautiful homes owned by successful Black millionaires and billionaires. We’re always introducing you to Black people who are making power moves on the court, on the screen and in the boardroom. Now, let’s take a look at some the amazing places they call home. These Black billionaire’s homes will blow your mind. — Angela Johnson
Back in October, we told you that the rapper formerly known as Kanye West purchased a fabulous new home in the exclusive Beverly Park North neighborhood. The 11-bedroom, 18-bath estate, located in a gated community that stars like Eddie Murphy, Denzel Washington, and Justin Bieber have called home, set the “Jesus Walks” artist back $35 million, according to TMZ. — Angela Johnson
Nigerian singer-songwriter Burna Boy has made a name for himself in the music industry. His unique fusion of Afrobeat, reggae and pop has captivated audiences and led him to win Grammys, Billboard Music Awards and more. — Angela Johnson
No matter what their career path is, celebrities love flaunting their money on cars, among other things. But not just like your run-of-the-mill cars that anyone with a little money could get. These are luxury vehicles that are in many cases, one of a kind. — Noah A. McGee
The real estate market can be unpredictable, just ask Michael Jordan. After 12 years and multiple price drops, his Chicago mansion has sold for $9.5 million. According to cllct, the property was originally listed in 2012 for $29 million, then dropped to $14.855 million in 2015. It features “an indoor basketball court, putting green, nine bedrooms, 19 bathrooms and a 14-car garage.” Along with the distinctive 23 on the front gate, these Jordan-esque, extravagant details may have contributed to the mansion’s long wait to be sold. — Stephanie Holland
Meagan Good is known for her iconic movie roles, but when it’s time to go home, the actress told EBONY Magazine she finds solace in her LA “sanctuary.” — Phenix S Halley
After spending decades in Hollywood, legendary actor Samuel L. Jackson has made a name for himself on the big screen and, surprisingly, in the real estate market as well. — Phenix S Halley
With acting legend Denzel Washington discussing potentially going into retirement, we’re thinking about what he did with all the dough he got over the years. — Kalyn Womack