Ebony
After 71 years of family ownership, Johnson Publishing Company sold Ebony and its sister magazine Jet in 2016 to the private equity firm Clear View Group.
The magazine covers a broad spectrum of topics, including civil rights, celebrity profiles, fashion (including the historic Ebony Fashion Fair), politics, and business. After 71 years of family ownership, Johnson Publishing
While maintaining its print legacy, Ebony now operates extensively as a digital-first platform, offering digital cover experiences featuring contemporary icons like Issa Rae, Busta Rhymes, and Cynthia Erivo, and publishing the "Power 100" list to honor influential Black figures. Ebony is a cornerstone of American media, serving
Ebony is a cornerstone of American media, serving as a defining, premier publication for African-American life, culture, and politics for over 75 years. Founded by John H. Johnson in November 1945, the Chicago-based magazine has continuously highlighted Black excellence, providing a mirror for the culture and a record of its history. Ebony has been described as a "mirror of
Ebony has been described as a "mirror of Black excellence" and has played a crucial role in shaping narratives around Black beauty, elegance, and cultural pride.