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Today, Urban One joins the nation in celebrating Juneteenth—a profound marker of freedom, resilience, and the enduring spirit of the Black community. While the Emancipation Proclamation was signed in 1863, it wasn't until June 19, 1865, that the news of liberation finally reached enslaved Black Americans in Galveston, Texas. Juneteenth represents both the realization of a delayed promise and the undeniable strength of a people who persevered. For over 45 years, Urban One, Inc.'s mission has been to be the authentic voice of Black America. We don't just report on our culture; we live it, protect it, and champion it. Today is a reminder of why our voice matters—to tell our stories, honor our history, and drive the ongoing journey toward true equity and economic empowerment. Today, we pause to reflect on how far we’ve come, celebrate the vibrant culture we continue to build, and recommit ourselves to the work that still lies ahead. From our microphone to your community: Happy Juneteenth! 🖤❤️💚 #Juneteenth #FreedomDay #BlackExcellence #UrbanOne #iONEDigital #RepresentBlackCulture

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Trade the headlines for the horizon. 🌊 Juneteenth is a time for celebration, reflection, and honoring our freedom. But true freedom also means having the space to rest, recharge, and step away from the daily grind. This year, put the work down. Urban One, Inc.'s ONE Voyage Experience is your official permission slip to completely unplug. We’re setting sail for the Bahamas for an adults-only experience designed to center your peace, surrounded by a community that feels like home. Here is what awaits you: 🎶 Live music & curated entertainment that moves your soul. 🌊 Open water & breathtaking views to clear your mind. ✨ Pure, unapologetic joy shared with an incredible community. We await you aboard Virgin Voyages’ luxury Resilient Lady. Trust us—your exhale is long overdue. Let’s celebrate, connect, and Party with a Purpose. Hosted by RICKEY SMILEY. 🫵 Claim your spot today: www.ovexperience.com #ONEVoyageExperience #ONEVoyageCruise #Juneteenth #TradeTheHeadlines #UnplugToReconnect #PartyWithAPurpose

iONE Digital celebrity and entertainment news platform, BOSSIP.com, was on the ground for American Black Film Festival’s 30th Anniversary opening night in Miami Beach — a dynamic celebration of 30 years of Black storytelling. Malcolm L. (Malcolm D. Lee)’s new thriller Strung premiered to a buzzing crowd, with standout red-carpet moments from Chloe Bailey, Lynn Whitfield and Coco Jones. The night opened with HBCU-style energy courtesy of Florida Memorial University’s ROAR Marching Band, setting the tone for a festival that blends glamour with community and culture. Across panels and screenings, ABFF continues to spotlight creators shaping the future of Black film and television — and closes May 30 with the “Best of ABFF” Awards, honoring leaders like Steven Caple, Jr. We’re proud to amplify three decades of impact and the next wave of Black voices in entertainment. Read all about the highlights from Opening Night here: https://lnkd.in/gcweP_Ky Written by: Danielle "Dani" Canada #ABFF #ABFF30 #iONEDigital #BOSSIP #UrbanOne

Hot 107.9’s Birthday Bash ATL 2026 kicked off a weekend of hometown celebration — the 30th anniversary edition brought Atlanta’s biggest names and moments together under one roof.     Held at State Farm Arena on May 24, the all-Atlanta lineup featured T.I. headlining a hometown victory lap alongside Gucci Mane, 2 Chainz, Waka Flocka Flame, Soulja Boy, Travis Porter, Pastor Troy, Kilo Ali, YK Niece and more — a live timeline of Atlanta’s influence on Hip-Hop.     From surprise pop-ups and crowd stopping sets to nostalgic throwbacks and breakout performances, Hip-Hop Wired (iONE Digital's premiere destination for the latest in Hip-Hop news and culture) published a roundup of this week's best moments and exclusive backstage highlights that had fans (and feeds) buzzing.    Relive the top moments from Birthday Bash ATL 2026, read it all here: https://lnkd.in/eXCTHVd3   Written by: Davonta Herring    #RadioOne #iONEDigital #HipHopWired #BirthdayBash2026 #Hot1079 #UrbanOne Urban One, Inc

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✨ Celebrating Black Excellence in Beauty ✨ This brunch was truly one for the books! 🥂 iONE Digital’s beauty and lifestyle platforms, MadameNoire and HelloBeautiful, recently hosted the Women to Know Breakfast in the heart of NYC. Held at the EDITION Hotel in Times Square, this invite-only event celebrated our joint cover honoring three absolute powerhouses: Danessa Myricks, JANELL STEPHENS, and Ashunta Sheriff-Kendricks. It was an afternoon filled with meaningful connections, industry tastemakers, and a shared mission to honor the women redefining innovation and leadership in beauty. 🌟 Event Highlights ·      The Mission: Recognizing the profound impact of women changing the beauty landscape through community and vision. ·      The Guest List: Alongside our iconic honorees, we were joined by industry leaders and creators including Bevy Smith, Keyaira N. Boone, Jordan Benston, Kayla A. Greaves, Danielle James, Keyaira K., Renae Bluitt, Tavia Mapp, and more. ·      The Atmosphere: Guests enjoyed family-style dining and custom cocktails, creating the perfect vibe for an afternoon of high energy and even better company. ·      Interactive Moments: Thanks to our sponsor Juvia's Place LLC, guests captured memories in beauty confessional photo booths. ·      Plus, everyone walked away with curated gift bags featuring favorites from Camille Rose, Danessa Myricks Beauty, Ashunta Sheriff Beauty, Juvia's Place LLC, and Not 2 Broke 4 Beauty (N2B4B). 📖 Read the full recap and to see photos here: https://lnkd.in/eK3GEAtw Written by: Shamika Sanders #iONEDigital #HelloBeautiful #MadameNoire #WomenToKnow #DanessaMyricks #JanellStephens #AshuntaSheriff

We’re celebrating a BIG moment at Urban One 🎉    We’re proud to share that Urban One and One Solution SWEPT the Best Branded Entertainment & Content category at the Chief Marketer Network IGNITE Awards:    🏆 WINNER  Heroes of the Game (Nationwide)    👏 Honorable Mentions  The Futurist 2.0 (AT&T - Rising Future Makers)  Beauty Noire (Ulta Beauty)  Curate Your Fresh (Procter & Gamble)    This recognition reflects the power of culturally connected storytelling, meaningful brand partnerships, and the incredible creativity of our teams and collaborators. Thank you to our partners for trusting us to bring these stories to life—and to Chief Marketer and the IGNITE Awards for the prestigious honor. These campaigns collectively achieved massive results with a combined 198MM impressions, with the P&G and Nationwide campaigns overdelivering on impressions by 108% and 104%, respectively, and AT&T and Ulta Beauty providing an added $68K and $186K in added value, respectively, based on benchmarks.    Congratulations to the winning campaign team, including: ⁠Jeff Meza (Branded Content & Integrated Marketing), Josh Rahmani (Revenue), ⁠Tiffany Nasralla (Revenue), Julia V. (Ad Sales & Marketing), Alana Cornish (Integrated Marketing Lead), Matt Smith and Ma'at Zachary (One X Studios), Tanya Hoffler-Moore (WGA), Naima Simmons, and John Edwards (iONE Digital Video), Cliché Wynter-Mayo and Krystal Holmes (iONE Digital Content), and Kan Xu, Christina Palumbo, and Patti Johnson-Moore (Urban One National Sales).    Congratulations to the Integrated Marketing leads, Content teams and Sales collaborators on the Honorable Mention campaigns!    We have much to be proud of. Bravo, Urban One!    For more information about all of the winners, visit: https://lnkd.in/ebMf3fR8 #ChiefMarketerNetwork #IGNITEAwards #UrbanOne #OneSolution #BestBrandedEntertainmentContent #iONEDigital

We are proud to announce that iONE Digital’s premier culture and lifestyle platforms, MadameNoire.com and CassiusLife.com, have joined forces with Xfinity to launch "The Black Estate."   This new video series isn’t just profiling houses; it’s profiling the dreams, the hurdles, and the triumphs of Black homeowners across the country. Our goal? To ensure every Black family can see themselves in the narrative of ownership.   "The Black Estate" provides a front-row seat to the home-buying journey, offering: ·      Practical tips to navigate the market. ·      Valuable insights to make the path more accessible. ·      Empowerment for our community to build legacy.   In our premiere episode, we head to Atlanta to meet Tawian Livingston and Quincy SMALLWOOD. They open up about: ·      The emotional journey of building a home rooted in love. ·      The critical need for representation in the real estate industry. ·      How homeownership acts as a catalyst for stability and generational wealth.   Empowerment starts with a vision. Watch the journey of the Livingstons now. 🔗 View Episode 1 of "The Black Estate": https://lnkd.in/eA6hk9uB Written by: Victoria Kim Integrated Marketing Lead: Vivian Bernett   #iONEDigital #MadameNoire #CassiusLife #TheBlackEstate #BlackHomeownership #GenerationalWealth #Xfinity

Three women. Three empires. MadameNoire.com and HelloBeautiful.com are thrilled to unveil the launch of their annual digital cover, Women to Know. This year’s cover honors “Founding Mothers,” women who have founded successful beauty brands while nurturing the next generation. Meet the Founding Mothers: ·     Danessa Myricks (Danessa Myricks Beauty) Built her brand on creativity and inclusivity, turning a lack of representation in beauty into a mission to ensure everyone feels seen. ·      JANELL STEPHENS (Camille Rose Naturals) Transformed home-grown recipes passed down from her grandmother into a global lifestyle empire. She continues to expand into skincare and internal wellness while remaining rooted in the natural living traditions. ·      Ashunta Sheriff-Kendricks (Ashunta Sheriff Beauty) Transitioned from Hollywood makeup artist to beauty CEO, creating skin-conscious, non-toxic formulations inspired by her mission to protect Black women from harmful chemicals commonly found in beauty products. Click here to read the cover story: https://lnkd.in/e6WK_bgp Authored by Danielle James Profiles authored by Keyaira K. #iONEDigital #HelloBeautiful #MadameNoire #WomenToKnow #FoundingMothers #BlackWomenInBeauty #Motherhood Credits Photographer: JD BARNES SVP of Content: Allison McGevna VP of Content: Kirsten West Savali VP of Video: Tanya Hoffler-Moore (WGA) Executive Producer: Cliché W. Editorial Director: Shamika Sanders   Senior Editorial Project Manager: Krystal Holmes, M.A Managing Editor MadameNoire: Danica Daniel Social, HelloBeautiful: Charlene Masona Social, MadameNoire: Tiffany Smith Photo Assistant: Oren Siddo BTS Video: Kevin C. Spence & Tyler Harp Set Design: @gardenrebound Makeup: Shameika Simmons Hair: Chimoye Anderson Stylist: Roger McKenzie Assistant Stylist: Liana Vine Creative Producer: Jordan Benston   Production Assistant Iyana Moore Production Company: The Oracle Media