Melanin-Rich Black Women In Hollywood Are Owning The Red Carpet—And The Moment

In the local area, a discussion is underway about the impact of colorism on Black women. Certain comments have been particularly hurtful, affecting multiple generations of women. These comments have been so damaging that they have been addressed in books that have stood the test of time. The issue is rooted in a painful history, including the division of enslaved ancestors based on complexion. Further details on this topic are available from Essence, including an article by Bridgette Bartlett Royall that explores the issue in more depth.