Although The Root 100 Gala is over, we're giving you an inside peek at the best Christmas party of the year celebrating Black excellence!

Last night was beautiful. Yet another gala for The Root 100 in the books. I’m honestly still recovering, as is most of the staff, I’m sure. But I had to push through this recovery process to share the ...

Before the ball drops on 2026, you still have time to figure out your assignment for the new year.

Ok, ya’ll we really put our foot in this in order to give you a little background tea on this amazing night. First, you’ll need a glass of cognac and some good music to set the mood. Go on...we can ...

Black excellence filled the world-famous Apollo Theater in Harlem on Tuesday evening for the annual Root 100 Gala. It was an evening filled with comedy, music, and inspirational speeches to recognize ...

Mayor Kasim Reed joins such notables as singer Beyonce, NAACP CEO Benjamin Jealous and hip-hop artist Will.i.am on the Root 100 list – an annual compilation of the 100 “Most Influential ...

Get your news from a source that’s not owned and controlled by oligarchs. Sign up for the free Mother Jones Daily. A jumpstart to the week, and a big one to celebrate and contemplate: In its 11th year ...