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Allison Samuels is a senior writer for The Daily Beast. Her work has appeared in Rolling Stone, O, Redbook, Essence, Newsweek and Ebony magazines. She is the author of three books, including What Would Michelle Do?: A Modern Day Guide to Living With Substance and Style, published by Gotham/Penguin, Off the Record, published by Harper Collins, and Christmas Soul, published by Disney/Jump At The Sun.

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Kerry Washington’s Hair Evolution

As Olivia Pope on Scandal, Kerry Washington has debuted a series of different hairstyles over the years. As Season 3 returns, Allison Samuels on the new ’do.

Allison Samuels | Published Oct 04, 2013

Tonya Lee Steps Up

Better Half

Spike’s wife now has her own production company, with her first project premiering Friday night. She talks to Allison Samuels.

Allison Samuels | Published Sep 20, 2013

Why Everyone Loves Kerry

On A Roll

<p>Kerry Washington was named <i>People</i>'s Best Dressed Woman in the world this week—an achievement that rounds out a big year. Allison Samuels on why the <i>Scandal </i>actress is an accessible style icon.<br> </p>

Allison Samuels | Published Sep 20, 2013

Cedric’s Your Final Answer

Unlikely Replacement

The comedian’s new gig as host of ‘Who Wants to Be a Millionaire’ may be just what the show needs.

Allison Samuels | Published Sep 02, 2013

Where’s Lamar?

Three Days

Despite reported rumors of a crack-cocaine binge, close friends of Lamar Odom say that he isn’t missing.

Allison Samuels | Published Aug 26, 2013

The Dream Still Lives

In an interview, Bernice King talks about her father’s legacy, civil rights today and the Trayvon Martin case

Allison Samuels | Published Aug 25, 2013

Terrence Howard, Troubled Soul

Controversial

<p><i>The Butler</i> star, accused of domestic abuse, has a history of violence.</p>

Allison Samuels | Published Aug 20, 2013

I Don’t Watch ‘Orange Is the New Black’

Systematic

A television show featuring black people in prison? No thanks. Allison Samuels on why she won’t watch ‘Orange Is the New Black.’

Allison Samuels | Published Aug 19, 2013

Hollywood's 'Eyebrow King'

With clients such as Madonna, Beyoncé and Robert Downey Jr., makeup artist Damone Roberts perfects the art of the brow.

Allison Samuels | Published Aug 18, 2013

Beyoncé Debuts A New Blonde Bob

That Was Fast

Just a week after her pixie cut took the world by storm, the singer has debuted a new blonde bob. A friend tells Allison Samuels there are more changes to come.

Allison Samuels | Published Aug 16, 2013

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