A fan of music, dance and cats, Tracy E. Hopkins is a lifestyle and culture writer who has contributed to numerous print and digital publications, including Essence, Woman's Day, Prevention, Fodor's and Entertainment Weekly. Tracy is also an award-winning documentary film producer (http://www.mauricehinesmovie.com), and she enjoys storytelling that inspires, uplifts and reflects the beauty and complexity of the African American experience.
Tracy E. Hopkins
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Here are seven films – featuring screen star faves like Halle Berry, Brandy, Andra Day, Cynthia Erivo and Denzel Washington – coming to streaming and theaters.
, August 21, 2024
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From Prince’s Minneapolis to Patti LaBelle’s Philadelphia, strike the right chord at these five destinations honoring music greats.
, August 21, 2024
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These routines can take as little as 20 seconds. But they can boost memory, weight loss, sex drive, sleep quality and more.
, July 9, 2024
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What a Feeling! Rewind the good times with this mix featuring Janet Jackson, Chaka Khan, Prince, DeBarge, Sade and others.
, July 2, 2024
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If you spun vinyl LPs as well as CDs, rewind and go back in time with 60 hit songs from 1965-1980. Plus: Gen Xer? Learn the #1 song the year you were born.
, June 13, 2024
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Ready to welcome summer with happiness and positive energy? We’ve chosen 37 songs that instantly lift the spirit.
, May 29, 2024
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Enjoy sun, sand, sisterhood and sanctuary at these scenic and sister-friendly escapes. Relax stateside a short drive from home, or at beautiful resorts from Puerto Rico to Portugal.
, May 16, 2024
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These activities across the country are a family friendly and free way to explore great cities from Juneteenth to July 4th and on through Labor Day weekend.
, May 2, 2024
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Reigning powerfully, even through pain, the child star we’ve watched mature to Hollywood royalty delivers on a mission that matters to Black women.
, April 18, 2024
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In the mood for a good chuckle? Tune in our favorite comedies from the ’70s to the present.
, March 28, 2024
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