Essence Gant is a leading beauty, lifestyle and culture journalist and content creator. She has built a brand around thoughtful, authentic commentary and content from a socially-conscious lens — everything from the latest trends to the effects of beauty politics on communities. She’s been featured on ABC Nightly News, Allure magazine, Byrdie, New York Post, Another Round podcast and more.

Additionally, Essence has hosted live segments for Target, Tommy Hilfiger & Romeo Hunte, and BuzzFeed’s morning show AM to DM. With over a decade of experience in media and entertainment — including a stint as Beauty Director at BuzzFeed — and a Masters degree in Social Work, Essence is most passionate about the intersection of lifestyle with diversity, inclusion and equity. A Georgia native, Essence currently lives in Brooklyn, NY.