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Essence Festival defends Lauryn Hill

CNN on MSN · 2h

Lauryn Hill took to the Essence Festival stage super late and organizers want you to know that wasn’t her fault

The organizers of Essence Fest don’t want you to be miseducated about Lauryn Hill. The singer closed out the first night of the festival with a performance that began around 2:30 a.m. Though Hill has a run late for her shows on occasions in the past,

Variety on MSN · 4h

Essence Festival Defends Lauryn Hill’s Delayed 2 a.m. Performance: ‘We Protect Our Own No Matter What’

Essence Festival shows support for Lauryn Hill in a lengthy statement following her delayed 2 a.m. performance on July 5.

Entertainment Weekly on MSN · 5h

Essence Festival defends Lauryn Hill after 2 a.m. performance to near-empty stadium: 'Put some respect on her name'

Essence Festival is defending Lauryn Hill after event delays caused her performance to start at 2:30 a.m. and saw her sing for a near-empty stadium: 'The delay? Not hers. We will take that.'

EURweb on MSN48m

Essence Festival Faces Heat for Target Sponsorship Amid DEI Backlash

Faces Controversy Over Target Sponsorship *The Essence Festival of Culture is known for celebrating Black excellence, music, ...

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Essence Festival 2025 Night 3 Had Legends And Looks Worth Remembering

Night 3 brought together music legends and standout style moments under one roof. From diamond-crusted fits to timeless stage ...

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