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flag Teyana Taylor named chief curator for 2026 Essence Festival in New Orleans, shaping "Ladies First" programming with The Aunties.

flag Teyana Taylor has been named chief curator for the 2026 Essence Festival in New Orleans, a newly created role in which she and her creative collective, The Aunties, will shape programming and experiences. flag The festival, themed “Ladies First,” runs July 3–5 at the Caesars Superdome and Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, featuring headliners including Cardi B, Brandy & Monica, Patti LaBelle, Kehlani, and Latto. flag Tickets are on sale, with additional performers and events to be announced.

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