PHOTOS: 365Black Awards at Essence Fest 2016

Hey Curlies,

I was sent some photos of the 13th annual McDonald’s 365Black Awards at the 2016 ESSENCE Festival in New Orleans and I wanted to share a few, especially of the naturalistas in the building. The event was hosted by actress and singer Amber Riley and actor Lance Gross.

Actress and singer Amber Riley and actor Lance Gross. (Photo/Soul Brother) 

Actress and singer Amber Riley attends the 13th Annual McDonald's 365 Black Awards at the Ernest Moral Convention Center in New Orleans, LA. (Photos/Soul Brother)

Amber recently opened up about embracing her natural hair on Twitter

Her hair is awesome! (Photo/Soul Brother)

Actress and comedienne Erica Ash. (Photo/Soul Brother)
Actress and honoree Wendy Raquel Robinson. (Photo/Soul Brother)