Teyana Taylor Named as 'Chief Curator' for 2026 Essence Festival in New Orleans

Teyana Taylor named as 'chief curator' for 2026 Essence Festival in New Orleans

Actress and singer Teyana Taylor, who was just nominated for the Academy Award’s Best Supporting Actress, will help shape the focus and feel of the summertime festival in New Orleans.

Teyana Taylor to serve as chief curator for 2026 ESSENCE Fest

The Harlem-bred multi-hyphenate Teyana Taylor is currently experiencing one of the most prolific phases of her career — from choreographer and singer to becoming a an award-winning actress — and she is bringing all of it to New Orleans.

Essence Festival 2026 Performer Brandy Norwood’s Style Evolution: From ’90s Cool To Modern Glam

In honor of Brandy being an Essence Festival 2026 headliner, lets take a look at some of her unforgettable looks that we love!

Teyana Taylor Named Chief Curator For Essence Fest 2026

Essence Fest is shaking things up for 2026 by putting the creative direction in the hands of Teyana Taylor. Organizers officially broke the news that the singer, director, and style icon will serve as the Chief Curator for this year’s event, giving her the power to shape the vibe for one of the biggest cultural celebrations in the country. The move highlights a major shift toward putting women in charge of the executive decisions that happen awa…

Teyana Taylor Appointed Chief Curator At Essence Festival 2026

Entertainer Teyana Taylor is entering a powerful new chapter in her career as Essence Festival’s Lead Curator of the 2026 annual festival in New Orleans. Organizers recently named Taylor Chief Curator for the 2026 Essence Festival of Culture. The appointment places the Harlem-born singer, director, and choreographer at the center of the festival’s creative vision. In this role, she will shape the event’s visual identity, performance energy, and …

Teyana Taylor becomes Chief Curator of Essence Fest

Teyana Taylor becomes Chief Curator of Essence Fest Teyana Taylor is stepping into one of the most influential roles of her career, and it is not about releasing a new album or headlining a tour. The multi-hyphenate artist has officially been named Chief Curator of the Essence Festival of Culturefor 2026, placing her in charge of shaping the creative direction of one of the most significant cultural gatherings in the United States. The announcem…