As Oprah announces her 102nd Book Club pick, we look back on some of our favorite selections by Black authors over…
From the Obamas to Pusha T, these are all of the Black familiar faces in New York to play and watch some of the…
Rustin, starring Emmy winner Colman Domingo in the title role, premieres on Netflix Nov. 17.
A Black mother is suing Detroit after being mistaken for for a criminal while eight months pregnant.
He may not make it into your history book, kids, but you need to know his name.
The Root exclusively sat down with the first class of Obama Foundation's new Leaders USA program.
Ella Fitzgerald, Nas and Janelle Monáe just made the list of songs the former president has on repeat this summer
“Some of the books that shaped my life–and the lives of so many others—are being challenged by people who disagree…
Abbott Elementary, A Black Lady Sketch Show are once again honored with Emmy nominations.
Vice President Kamala Harris called the Supreme Court's ruling "a denial of opportunity."
In a recent interview, the former President set the record straight on how songs really end up on his playlists
The former President shared the shocking anecdote during Tuesday's episode of CBS Mornings.
Now playing
The Netflix docu-series is the latest production under the Obamas' exclusive producing deal with the streaming giant.
Michelle Obama, Oprah Winfrey and Maya Angelou and more have been the surrogate moms for us all.
If you still haven't committed to a gift for the mom in your life, you still have time to save face.
In honor of Beyoncé's Renaissance World Tour, here are her best performances with Prince, Tina Turner and others.
From Jamie Foxx to Tracee Ellis Ross, here are icons who received the prestigious honor and adding to their long…
Now playing
In this Netflix special, Michelle Obama and Oprah exploring their fascinating life experiences.
As part of our 1st It's Lit awards, you helped us pick the best memoirs, steamy romances, audiobooks and more.
On the latest episode of her podcast, The Light, the former First Lady and journalist reveal how they conquer…