Never-before-seen photos and the musical genius in his own words are featured
In a rare interview, the incomparable Prince grants EBONY unprecedented access within the inner courts of the famed Paisley Park, just outside of Minneapolis. During this 12-hour encounter, the musical genius opens up in his own way about topics ranging from his experience going door-to-door as a Jehovah’s Witness and about his priorities regarding his relationship with Bria Valente. As the pop star approaches 52, fans can celebrate his life and music with this keepsake July issue featuring him in his own words and signature never-before-seen photos.
In EBONY’s sizzling “Sexy Singles” feature of ready-to-mingle bachelors and bachelorettes, actress Stacey Dash, R&B singer Monica and the famed Old Spice commercial star Isaiah Mustafa share their childhood crushes and what they’re looking for in a mate. PLUS, readers get the real deal on the pros and cons of using online dating and matchmaking services.
William Roosevelt Lynch was one of two Black men amongst the 29 West Virginia coal miners who lost their lives in the recent mine collapse. His tragedy led our editors to a larger heartfelt story, “The Coal Miner’s Wife,” of Black families coal mining for generations.
NBC Universal corporate maverick Paula Madison has had her share of tough times. However, today, she’s sitting on top of her game as the executive vice president and chief diversity officer. In a compelling “EBONY Interview,” she takes readers on a journey from her humble beginnings in Harlem to how she landed a spot as one of the most respected executives in the broadcast industry.
Shock jock Howard Stern’s opinionated co-host Robin Quivers feels she has often been misrepresented in the media. Quivers opens up to tell her side of the story and much more in this month’s “Tell Me…” piece.
EBONY magazine, the No. 1 magazine for African-Americans, is published monthly and reaches over 12 million readers with each issue. Published by Johnson Publishing Company, Inc., the largest Black-owned publishing company in the world, EBONY was founded in 1942 by the late Publisher and Chairman John H. Johnson. Linda Johnson Rice is president and CEO, and Eunice W. Johnson serves as the company's secretary and treasurer.
THE june 2010 ISSUE OF EBONY is ON SALE MONDAY, may 10, 2010.
