Time of Essence will tell the story of how Essence has informed and reflected Black culture in America for over 50 years. Each episode explores a different decade — from the ’70s to today — and features firsthand commentary on that era’s biggest moments from the icons, trailblazers, staffers, and leaders who lived and defined them.
This candid commentary is coupled with never-before-seen footage and exclusive behind-the-scenes moments from the worlds of entertainment, sports, politics, fashion, and beauty. Time of Essence is produced by 51 Minds and Essence Studios LLC for OWN. Executive producers are Christian Sarabia and Nicole Elliott for 51 Minds; Raymond Garcia for Major TV; and Emmet Dennis, Sidra Smith, Stephanie “NöNe” Dunivan, and Barkue Tubman-Zawolo for Essence Studios LLC.
Time of Essence premieres Friday, August 18, at 9 pm ET/PT on OWN.