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Essence Festival defends Lauryn Hill

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Lauryn Hill Speaks Out Against ‘Misconception’ After Delayed Essence Festival Set: ‘I Appreciate Those Who Stayed'

Lauryn Hill thanked the 2025 Essence Fest for taking responsibility for her late set time at 2:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 5, at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans.

The Hollywood Reporter on MSN · 1d

Lauryn Hill Performs Strongly in Nearly Empty Stadium Until 3:37 a.m. After Essence Festival Runs Way Behind

Fans who stuck around for Hill’s performance got a treat. A robust band of more than 10 members played as Black history montages filled the background screens. Hill emerged in a blue polka dot full-length dress wearing a gele atop her head and a low-hanging statement necklace showcasing what appeared to be fertility figurines.

CNN International on MSN · 1d

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.

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Stephanie Mills Calls Out Essence Festival ‘Operational Deficiencies’ That ‘Marred’ Her Performance

The singer says scheduling issues and "lack of technical preparedness" negatively impacted both her show and attendees' ...

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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 ...

Spera: The 2025 Essence Festival had some issues. Here's what needs to be fixed.

Essence Festival in New Orleans' Superdome had issues. From scheduling to the Superlounges to the lack of a superstar, here ...

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