Okla Jones, III
Sr. Entertainment Editor, @ESSENCE
My words are worth a thousand pictures.

“They say sky’s the limit, and to me that’s really true.” I put in work on the April ‘26 digital cover of ESSENCE. Check it out, now.

“They say sky’s the limit, and to me that’s really true.” I put in work on the April ‘26 digital cover of ESSENCE. Check it out, now.

“They say sky’s the limit, and to me that’s really true.” I put in work on the April ‘26 digital cover of ESSENCE. Check it out, now.

“They say sky’s the limit, and to me that’s really true.” I put in work on the April ‘26 digital cover of ESSENCE. Check it out, now.

What if telling a story about love is the most revolutionary thing we can do?👑Grateful to be featured in @essenceMagazine reflecting on this final chapter thank you #OklaJones @coolhandoak for this article
This season on @belairpeacock , Aunt Viv isn’t just painting — she’s becoming. how far we’ve come,
what legacy means,and why love (real, complicated, Black love) is always worth the risk.
❤️🔥
✨ Read it. Feel it. Share it. Link in bio
💕🙌🏾
Aunt Viv’s final season has me feeling like…

What if telling a story about love is the most revolutionary thing we can do?👑Grateful to be featured in @essenceMagazine reflecting on this final chapter thank you #OklaJones @coolhandoak for this article
This season on @belairpeacock , Aunt Viv isn’t just painting — she’s becoming. how far we’ve come,
what legacy means,and why love (real, complicated, Black love) is always worth the risk.
❤️🔥
✨ Read it. Feel it. Share it. Link in bio
💕🙌🏾
Aunt Viv’s final season has me feeling like…

What if telling a story about love is the most revolutionary thing we can do?👑Grateful to be featured in @essenceMagazine reflecting on this final chapter thank you #OklaJones @coolhandoak for this article
This season on @belairpeacock , Aunt Viv isn’t just painting — she’s becoming. how far we’ve come,
what legacy means,and why love (real, complicated, Black love) is always worth the risk.
❤️🔥
✨ Read it. Feel it. Share it. Link in bio
💕🙌🏾
Aunt Viv’s final season has me feeling like…

What if telling a story about love is the most revolutionary thing we can do?👑Grateful to be featured in @essenceMagazine reflecting on this final chapter thank you #OklaJones @coolhandoak for this article
This season on @belairpeacock , Aunt Viv isn’t just painting — she’s becoming. how far we’ve come,
what legacy means,and why love (real, complicated, Black love) is always worth the risk.
❤️🔥
✨ Read it. Feel it. Share it. Link in bio
💕🙌🏾
Aunt Viv’s final season has me feeling like…

She is the moment. Terry J. Vaughn brought clarity, creativity, and community to our Creator Conversation. Thank you for pouring into the next generation.
Swipe for the highlights.
📸: @shine_inc
#abffpopup #abffpopupatl #aarp

She is the moment. Terry J. Vaughn brought clarity, creativity, and community to our Creator Conversation. Thank you for pouring into the next generation.
Swipe for the highlights.
📸: @shine_inc
#abffpopup #abffpopupatl #aarp

She is the moment. Terry J. Vaughn brought clarity, creativity, and community to our Creator Conversation. Thank you for pouring into the next generation.
Swipe for the highlights.
📸: @shine_inc
#abffpopup #abffpopupatl #aarp

She is the moment. Terry J. Vaughn brought clarity, creativity, and community to our Creator Conversation. Thank you for pouring into the next generation.
Swipe for the highlights.
📸: @shine_inc
#abffpopup #abffpopupatl #aarp

She is the moment. Terry J. Vaughn brought clarity, creativity, and community to our Creator Conversation. Thank you for pouring into the next generation.
Swipe for the highlights.
📸: @shine_inc
#abffpopup #abffpopupatl #aarp

She is the moment. Terry J. Vaughn brought clarity, creativity, and community to our Creator Conversation. Thank you for pouring into the next generation.
Swipe for the highlights.
📸: @shine_inc
#abffpopup #abffpopupatl #aarp

She is the moment. Terry J. Vaughn brought clarity, creativity, and community to our Creator Conversation. Thank you for pouring into the next generation.
Swipe for the highlights.
📸: @shine_inc
#abffpopup #abffpopupatl #aarp

She is the moment. Terry J. Vaughn brought clarity, creativity, and community to our Creator Conversation. Thank you for pouring into the next generation.
Swipe for the highlights.
📸: @shine_inc
#abffpopup #abffpopupatl #aarp

She is the moment. Terry J. Vaughn brought clarity, creativity, and community to our Creator Conversation. Thank you for pouring into the next generation.
Swipe for the highlights.
📸: @shine_inc
#abffpopup #abffpopupatl #aarp

She is the moment. Terry J. Vaughn brought clarity, creativity, and community to our Creator Conversation. Thank you for pouring into the next generation.
Swipe for the highlights.
📸: @shine_inc
#abffpopup #abffpopupatl #aarp

She is the moment. Terry J. Vaughn brought clarity, creativity, and community to our Creator Conversation. Thank you for pouring into the next generation.
Swipe for the highlights.
📸: @shine_inc
#abffpopup #abffpopupatl #aarp

She is the moment. Terry J. Vaughn brought clarity, creativity, and community to our Creator Conversation. Thank you for pouring into the next generation.
Swipe for the highlights.
📸: @shine_inc
#abffpopup #abffpopupatl #aarp

Ahead of the release of ‘HIM,’ I spoke with the legendary Marlon Wayans about his iconic family, his evolving career, and exactly what keeps him inspired. Read the full Of The @ESSENCE cover story at ESSENCE.com.
Talent: @marlonwayans
Writer: @coolhandoak
Photographer: @kevin_amato
Stylist: @jasonrembert
Grooming: @tashareikobrown
Set Design: @prsxlla
Tailor: @thezaksteam
Production: @themorrisongroup
Location: @amato_studio
Essence, VP , Content: @itsnandibby
Essence, Art Director: @so.lit
Essence, Creative Operations: @hashtag_bre
Essence, Fashion Editor: @alistkriss

Ahead of the release of ‘HIM,’ I spoke with the legendary Marlon Wayans about his iconic family, his evolving career, and exactly what keeps him inspired. Read the full Of The @ESSENCE cover story at ESSENCE.com.
Talent: @marlonwayans
Writer: @coolhandoak
Photographer: @kevin_amato
Stylist: @jasonrembert
Grooming: @tashareikobrown
Set Design: @prsxlla
Tailor: @thezaksteam
Production: @themorrisongroup
Location: @amato_studio
Essence, VP , Content: @itsnandibby
Essence, Art Director: @so.lit
Essence, Creative Operations: @hashtag_bre
Essence, Fashion Editor: @alistkriss

Ahead of the release of ‘HIM,’ I spoke with the legendary Marlon Wayans about his iconic family, his evolving career, and exactly what keeps him inspired. Read the full Of The @ESSENCE cover story at ESSENCE.com.
Talent: @marlonwayans
Writer: @coolhandoak
Photographer: @kevin_amato
Stylist: @jasonrembert
Grooming: @tashareikobrown
Set Design: @prsxlla
Tailor: @thezaksteam
Production: @themorrisongroup
Location: @amato_studio
Essence, VP , Content: @itsnandibby
Essence, Art Director: @so.lit
Essence, Creative Operations: @hashtag_bre
Essence, Fashion Editor: @alistkriss

Ahead of the release of ‘HIM,’ I spoke with the legendary Marlon Wayans about his iconic family, his evolving career, and exactly what keeps him inspired. Read the full Of The @ESSENCE cover story at ESSENCE.com.
Talent: @marlonwayans
Writer: @coolhandoak
Photographer: @kevin_amato
Stylist: @jasonrembert
Grooming: @tashareikobrown
Set Design: @prsxlla
Tailor: @thezaksteam
Production: @themorrisongroup
Location: @amato_studio
Essence, VP , Content: @itsnandibby
Essence, Art Director: @so.lit
Essence, Creative Operations: @hashtag_bre
Essence, Fashion Editor: @alistkriss

Ahead of the release of ‘HIM,’ I spoke with the legendary Marlon Wayans about his iconic family, his evolving career, and exactly what keeps him inspired. Read the full Of The @ESSENCE cover story at ESSENCE.com.
Talent: @marlonwayans
Writer: @coolhandoak
Photographer: @kevin_amato
Stylist: @jasonrembert
Grooming: @tashareikobrown
Set Design: @prsxlla
Tailor: @thezaksteam
Production: @themorrisongroup
Location: @amato_studio
Essence, VP , Content: @itsnandibby
Essence, Art Director: @so.lit
Essence, Creative Operations: @hashtag_bre
Essence, Fashion Editor: @alistkriss

Ahead of the release of ‘HIM,’ I spoke with the legendary Marlon Wayans about his iconic family, his evolving career, and exactly what keeps him inspired. Read the full Of The @ESSENCE cover story at ESSENCE.com.
Talent: @marlonwayans
Writer: @coolhandoak
Photographer: @kevin_amato
Stylist: @jasonrembert
Grooming: @tashareikobrown
Set Design: @prsxlla
Tailor: @thezaksteam
Production: @themorrisongroup
Location: @amato_studio
Essence, VP , Content: @itsnandibby
Essence, Art Director: @so.lit
Essence, Creative Operations: @hashtag_bre
Essence, Fashion Editor: @alistkriss

Ahead of the release of ‘HIM,’ I spoke with the legendary Marlon Wayans about his iconic family, his evolving career, and exactly what keeps him inspired. Read the full Of The @ESSENCE cover story at ESSENCE.com.
Talent: @marlonwayans
Writer: @coolhandoak
Photographer: @kevin_amato
Stylist: @jasonrembert
Grooming: @tashareikobrown
Set Design: @prsxlla
Tailor: @thezaksteam
Production: @themorrisongroup
Location: @amato_studio
Essence, VP , Content: @itsnandibby
Essence, Art Director: @so.lit
Essence, Creative Operations: @hashtag_bre
Essence, Fashion Editor: @alistkriss

Thank you @essence for coming to see about us.
#butterartfair #artnews #artist #culture #beauty #power

Thank you @essence for coming to see about us.
#butterartfair #artnews #artist #culture #beauty #power

Thank you @essence for coming to see about us.
#butterartfair #artnews #artist #culture #beauty #power

It’s always a warm welcome when the prodigal son returns to the city. Proud to be a part of the @essence legacy. #ESSENCEFest

It’s always a warm welcome when the prodigal son returns to the city. Proud to be a part of the @essence legacy. #ESSENCEFest

It’s always a warm welcome when the prodigal son returns to the city. Proud to be a part of the @essence legacy. #ESSENCEFest

It’s always a warm welcome when the prodigal son returns to the city. Proud to be a part of the @essence legacy. #ESSENCEFest

It’s always a warm welcome when the prodigal son returns to the city. Proud to be a part of the @essence legacy. #ESSENCEFest

It’s always a warm welcome when the prodigal son returns to the city. Proud to be a part of the @essence legacy. #ESSENCEFest

It’s always a warm welcome when the prodigal son returns to the city. Proud to be a part of the @essence legacy. #ESSENCEFest

It’s always a warm welcome when the prodigal son returns to the city. Proud to be a part of the @essence legacy. #ESSENCEFest
It’s always a warm welcome when the prodigal son returns to the city. Proud to be a part of the @essence legacy. #ESSENCEFest

It’s always a warm welcome when the prodigal son returns to the city. Proud to be a part of the @essence legacy. #ESSENCEFest

It’s always a warm welcome when the prodigal son returns to the city. Proud to be a part of the @essence legacy. #ESSENCEFest

Weekend well spent in Dallas celebrating the brilliance of Otobong Nkanga, this year’s Nasher Prize Laureate. From her transformative works to the conversations they spark, being able to witness it all was nothing short of inspiring.
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#NasherPrize #OtobongNkanga #ContemporaryArt #DallasArtScene #Art #Culture

Weekend well spent in Dallas celebrating the brilliance of Otobong Nkanga, this year’s Nasher Prize Laureate. From her transformative works to the conversations they spark, being able to witness it all was nothing short of inspiring.
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#NasherPrize #OtobongNkanga #ContemporaryArt #DallasArtScene #Art #Culture

Weekend well spent in Dallas celebrating the brilliance of Otobong Nkanga, this year’s Nasher Prize Laureate. From her transformative works to the conversations they spark, being able to witness it all was nothing short of inspiring.
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#NasherPrize #OtobongNkanga #ContemporaryArt #DallasArtScene #Art #Culture

Weekend well spent in Dallas celebrating the brilliance of Otobong Nkanga, this year’s Nasher Prize Laureate. From her transformative works to the conversations they spark, being able to witness it all was nothing short of inspiring.
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#NasherPrize #OtobongNkanga #ContemporaryArt #DallasArtScene #Art #Culture

Weekend well spent in Dallas celebrating the brilliance of Otobong Nkanga, this year’s Nasher Prize Laureate. From her transformative works to the conversations they spark, being able to witness it all was nothing short of inspiring.
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#NasherPrize #OtobongNkanga #ContemporaryArt #DallasArtScene #Art #Culture

Weekend well spent in Dallas celebrating the brilliance of Otobong Nkanga, this year’s Nasher Prize Laureate. From her transformative works to the conversations they spark, being able to witness it all was nothing short of inspiring.
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#NasherPrize #OtobongNkanga #ContemporaryArt #DallasArtScene #Art #Culture

Weekend well spent in Dallas celebrating the brilliance of Otobong Nkanga, this year’s Nasher Prize Laureate. From her transformative works to the conversations they spark, being able to witness it all was nothing short of inspiring.
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#NasherPrize #OtobongNkanga #ContemporaryArt #DallasArtScene #Art #Culture

Weekend well spent in Dallas celebrating the brilliance of Otobong Nkanga, this year’s Nasher Prize Laureate. From her transformative works to the conversations they spark, being able to witness it all was nothing short of inspiring.
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#NasherPrize #OtobongNkanga #ContemporaryArt #DallasArtScene #Art #Culture

Weekend well spent in Dallas celebrating the brilliance of Otobong Nkanga, this year’s Nasher Prize Laureate. From her transformative works to the conversations they spark, being able to witness it all was nothing short of inspiring.
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#NasherPrize #OtobongNkanga #ContemporaryArt #DallasArtScene #Art #Culture

Weekend well spent in Dallas celebrating the brilliance of Otobong Nkanga, this year’s Nasher Prize Laureate. From her transformative works to the conversations they spark, being able to witness it all was nothing short of inspiring.
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#NasherPrize #OtobongNkanga #ContemporaryArt #DallasArtScene #Art #Culture

Weekend well spent in Dallas celebrating the brilliance of Otobong Nkanga, this year’s Nasher Prize Laureate. From her transformative works to the conversations they spark, being able to witness it all was nothing short of inspiring.
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#NasherPrize #OtobongNkanga #ContemporaryArt #DallasArtScene #Art #Culture

Weekend well spent in Dallas celebrating the brilliance of Otobong Nkanga, this year’s Nasher Prize Laureate. From her transformative works to the conversations they spark, being able to witness it all was nothing short of inspiring.
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#NasherPrize #OtobongNkanga #ContemporaryArt #DallasArtScene #Art #Culture
Weekend well spent in Dallas celebrating the brilliance of Otobong Nkanga, this year’s Nasher Prize Laureate. From her transformative works to the conversations they spark, being able to witness it all was nothing short of inspiring.
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#NasherPrize #OtobongNkanga #ContemporaryArt #DallasArtScene #Art #Culture

Weekend well spent in Dallas celebrating the brilliance of Otobong Nkanga, this year’s Nasher Prize Laureate. From her transformative works to the conversations they spark, being able to witness it all was nothing short of inspiring.
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#NasherPrize #OtobongNkanga #ContemporaryArt #DallasArtScene #Art #Culture

Weekend well spent in Dallas celebrating the brilliance of Otobong Nkanga, this year’s Nasher Prize Laureate. From her transformative works to the conversations they spark, being able to witness it all was nothing short of inspiring.
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#NasherPrize #OtobongNkanga #ContemporaryArt #DallasArtScene #Art #Culture

Weekend well spent in Dallas celebrating the brilliance of Otobong Nkanga, this year’s Nasher Prize Laureate. From her transformative works to the conversations they spark, being able to witness it all was nothing short of inspiring.
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#NasherPrize #OtobongNkanga #ContemporaryArt #DallasArtScene #Art #Culture
Weekend well spent in Dallas celebrating the brilliance of Otobong Nkanga, this year’s Nasher Prize Laureate. From her transformative works to the conversations they spark, being able to witness it all was nothing short of inspiring.
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#NasherPrize #OtobongNkanga #ContemporaryArt #DallasArtScene #Art #Culture

Weekend well spent in Dallas celebrating the brilliance of Otobong Nkanga, this year’s Nasher Prize Laureate. From her transformative works to the conversations they spark, being able to witness it all was nothing short of inspiring.
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#NasherPrize #OtobongNkanga #ContemporaryArt #DallasArtScene #Art #Culture

Weekend well spent in Dallas celebrating the brilliance of Otobong Nkanga, this year’s Nasher Prize Laureate. From her transformative works to the conversations they spark, being able to witness it all was nothing short of inspiring.
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#NasherPrize #OtobongNkanga #ContemporaryArt #DallasArtScene #Art #Culture

I had a lot of fun writing this one for @ESSENCE. Being able to witness the personal and professional bond of these two talented gentlemen really helped to add context to the story. While laughter filled the set at times, when it was time to work—the goal was always accomplished. The best thing about being able to speak to so many different people is that I’m able to take something practical with each conversation. With this one, “intentionality” was definitely that. The “one” thing that you do eventually amounts to “everything” that you do. So, it’s important to walk with purpose, and live each moment as if it’s the final one. Thank you so much @itsnandibby for the alley oop, along with @larisamedina and @warnerbros for the help in putting this together. @sinnersmovie
Explore this heartfelt conversation in our newest Of The ESSENCE digital cover story. Read the full interview now at ESSENCE.com.
Talent: #RyanCoogler & @michaelbjordan
Writer: @coolhandoak
Photography: @kingtexas
Styling: @jasonbolden
MBJ Barber: @jove14
Grooming: @tashareikobrown
Set Design: @prsxlla
Tailors: @costumer.shirlee & @mayh.see
Production: @themorrisongroup
Post Production: @onehundredberlin
ESSENCE, VP, Content: @itsnandibby
ESSENCE, Visual Director: @_mq______
ESSENCE, Art Director: @so.lit
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