British-born actor gives fans a little edge in new movie ‘Takers’
The sizzle factor - either you have it or you don't. This month Ebony celebrates the summer with a list of electric celebrities who bring the heat to the runway, big screen and music. Transcontinental actor and sought-after eye candy Idris Elba leads the way on our cover for his sexy bad-boy role in his latest film, Takers , where he showcases his impeccable style, along with his real East London accent. Other elected hotties who made our list are rap phenomenon Drake, Grey's Anatomy star Jesse Williams and R&B game changer Janelle Monaè. Find out who else made the list in this issue.
Also, in this issue:
Miracle Workout – Try it!
There’s still time to get in shape to show off your killer summer body. The new kettlebell craze can help you yield twice the results in half the time. Learn how in this month’s Health & Fitness feature with expert Andrea Nichols-Everett, who shares the dos and don’ts of incorporating kettlebells in your cardio workout.
Stop The Violence: Fighting For Our Children
Youth violence is escalating in communities around the country and the result has been an increasing death toll among our children. In the first of a three-part series "Stop Killing Our Dreams ," Ebony focuses on the streets of Chicago, Washington, D.C., and Los Angeles, to explore this widespread systemic illness and some possible cures.
Immigration: The Unwelcome Mat
Lifelong activist and prolific author Randall Robinson takes on Arizona's harsh immigration law in an enlightening commentary, "The Unwelcome Mat." He examines the three main ways to enter the United States legally to determine if the playing field is leveled for applicants from Latin America, Africa and the Caribbean.
The EBONY Interview: Marcus Samuelsson
Author and celebrity chef Marcus Samuelsson has become a household name with his win on Bravo-TV's Top Chef Masters . In his "Ebony Interview," Samuelsson shares how he strives to infuse every culinary creation and business enterprise with influences from his birthplace Ethiopia and Sweden, home to his adoptive parents, where he was raised.
5 Ways To Save $500 A Month
Little budget cuts can add up to big bucks. Get five steps to saving an extra $500 a month from the National Foundation for Credit Counseling, a non-profit counseling service.
Lena Horne Exclusive Photos
Known for her breathtaking beauty and tenacious spirit, Lena Horne paved the way for actors of color by being the first Black actress to sign a long-term contract with MGM. Ebony pays tribute to the performer who broke Hollywood barriers and fought for justice with exclusive photos and interviews.
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.
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