Janelle Monáe

Janelle Monáe Introduces Wondaween Festival

The 39-year-old covered Paper magazine and said she’s building community around the most creative time of year: Halloween.
10/28/2025

Janelle Monáe Claims She Attended David Bowie’s Ziggy Stardust Tour Through Time Travel

The ‘Electric Lady’ singer says she journeyed back to the 1970s to see Bowie perform live, an experience that continues to inspire her world-building artistry.
10/22/2025
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BET Current: Karine Jean-Pierre Leaves Democratic Party, Janelle Monáe Time-Travels, and a Texas Family Vanishes

From Karine Jean-Pierre’s bold political shift to Janelle Monáe’s Bowie-inspired revelation — plus a shocking case in Texas — Danielle Young breaks it all down on ET Current.
10/22/2025
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BET Talks
Met Gala Special: Bevy Smith, Claire Sulmers & Terrell Jones

Bevy Smith and fashion insiders Claire Sulmers and Terrell Jones break down the most jaw-dropping looks and cultural slays from the "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" Met Gala.
06/06/2025

Inside the Boldest Looks From Music's Elite at the 2025 Met Gala

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Rihanna, Pharrell Williams, A$AP Rocky and More Grace 2025 Met Gala Carpet

Coco Jones, Diana Ross and Tyler Perry also wore looks that fit the “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style” theme.
05/06/2025

Janelle Monáe Calls Out ‘Bullies’ in Bold Speech at Human Rights Campaign Dinner

The artist and activist didn’t hold back when addressing political oppression at the Human Rights Campaign dinner.
03/24/2025

Janelle Monáe to Receive 2025 Vanguard Spotlight Award at Costume Designers Guild Awards

The Grammy-nominated singer is set to be honored live on Feb. 6.
01/07/2025

Janelle Monae Hilariously Parodies Michael Jackson's Infamous Balcony Moment

Fans on social media tried hard not to laugh, with many failing.
07/17/2024

Celebrating Black Queer Trailblazers: 10 Icons Redefining Representation

From Janelle Monáe to Lil Nas X, Black LGBTQIA+ individuals have paved the way for acceptance and visibility. These ten inspiring personalities are pushing representation forward and broadening the narrative of Black identity.
06/24/2024

Queen Latifah and Gabrielle Union Twerked Sumthin’ On Stage With Janelle Monae At WeHo Pride

The 54-year-old hip-hop legend and friend Gabrielle Union let loose at the Pride Outloud Festival.
06/03/2024