King is the first woman athlete to ever be given the distinction, which is among the highest honors an American civilian can receive.
Celebrity Women
In Her New Book, Gillian Anderson Focuses on Women’s Pleasure (As More of Us Should)
The actress’ latest project is an anthology of women’s anonymously penned sexual fantasies, shared in hopes of freeing us from individual inhibitions and societal pressures alike.
Taylor Swift Endorsed Kamala Harris – And Yes, It Could Actually Matter
The superstar broke her Election 2024 silence to announce plans to vote for the current Vice President this November. The bulk of her (rather ardent) fanbase represents a key voting bloc.
Bronze Medalist Ilona Maher, and the Power of Unabashed Bigness
The U.S. women’s rugby star took body-shamers to task via TikTok – and encouraged women of all sizes, but especially plus-size ones, to reclaim their power, Candice Helfand-Rogers writes.
Shannen Doherty Cared ‘That The Truth Actually Be Told’
As she neared the end, the “Beverly Hills, 90210” and “Charmed” actress – who died at 53 after battling cancer – focused on leaving behind a legacy of bold honesty.
Track Star Allyson Felix Launches First-Ever Nursery for Olympic Moms
The 11-time Olympic medalist is working with Pampers to bring childcare to this year’s Summer Olympics.
A Night of Historic High Notes for Women at the 2024 Tony Awards
There were numerous “firsts” for women composers, costume designers and more at the annual recognition of Broadway’s best and brightest.
Mary J. Blige Launches a $1,295 Luxury Boot – and It’s Sold Out Already
The over-the-knee boot, called “The Mary Boot,” is a collaboration between Italian brand Giuseppe Zanotti and the queen of R&B.
Halle Berry to Congress: ‘Menopause is Not a Bad Word’
The Oscar-winning actress spoke out in support of legislation that would fund menopause research and education – while trying to destigmatize it in the process.
Cheslie Kryst’s Memoir Gives New Details About Her Mental Health Struggles
Published two years after her suicide, the memoir – finished by mom April Simpkins – explores sadness, pain and the pressure to succeed.
After 15 Years, Vanessa Williams Makes Comeback to Music
Williams, 61, recently premiered her new music video for her pop song “Legs (Keep Dancing).”
After Tennis Retirement, Serena Williams Is Now Winning as an Investor
Serena Ventures, Williams’ venture capital fund, has invested in 14 companies that reached unicorn status.
Taylor Swift Is Now One of the Richest Women in the World, Forbes Reveals
Thanks to her Eras Tour, the pop singer amps up her net worth and joins a short list of self-made billionaire women.
Lizzo Says She’s Quitting Music, Cites Ongoing Criticism
The ‘Truth Hurts’ singer says she is tired of getting dragged by everyone in her life and from people on the internet.
Gabrielle Union: Let’s Talk More About Periods, Perimenopause
Growing up, discussions in Union’s household about reproductive health did not exist — something the actress says she’s trying to change.