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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's Articles
Somatic therapy uses movement to balance mind and body. It may alleviate areas of stress or emotional pain. Put on some music to explore healing moves at home.
, January 8, 2021
Was it Jennifer Hudson or Jennifer Holliday who starred in the original ‘Dreamgirls’? Relive the best of Black Broadway as we celebrate musical genius on stage and at the movies.
, December 18, 2020
Festive and funny films sprinkled with Black Girl Magic to put on your must-view list.
, November 24, 2020
Chart-topping tunes from Stevie, the Supremes, the Temptations and the Jackson 5 were the soundtrack of our youth. Test your musical knowledge and rewind good times.
, November 20, 2020
Hey, we’re all going through changes. Why not harness these turning points to reimagine our best lives? Screen these movies for inspiration and #BlackGirlJoy.
, November 6, 2020
Sip some wine and enjoy the signature vocals of Billie, Ella, Sarah, Dinah, Dianne, Norah, Chaka, Fantasia in tunes infused with Black girl joy, resilience and magic.
, October 30, 2020
From Blacula and Night of the Living Dead to Candyman and Get Out, test your knowledge of our favorite scary movies, all featuring and some created by Black folks.
, October 16, 2020
Whitening toothpaste will only get you so far. Here’s what to eat (and what to avoid) for a healthier, brighter smile. Plus: How to avoid ‘mask mouth’ during the pandemic.
, September 25, 2020
Are you ready to rumble? Take this quiz to test your knowledge of our favorite cinema sheroes. They inspire us to summon resilience and renegade baditude in ourselves.
, September 18, 2020
Ladies, stock up on popcorn and get ready to root for Issa Rae, Tracee Ellis Ross, Kerry Washington, Phylicia Rashad, Wanda Sykes, Angela Bassett, Maya Rudolph, Cicely Tyson …
, September 11, 2020