Carlos Watson It’s more than a way of living; it’s a state of mind. HOLIDAY 2011 USA $4.99 CANADA $5.99 PROMINENCE SYESHA LIVING HER DREAM HEAVY D MERCADO THE MAN THE LEGACY OUR TRIBUTE COLLINS THE NEXT LEADING MAN HOW TO HAVE A GUILT FREE HOLIDAY SEASON AND WIN PENNIE
Our Holiday 2011 issue features the talented, seventh season, American Idol contestant, Syesha Mercado as our cover girl. Gifted beyond measure, Syesha shares with us how living her dreams was the only option in remaining true to herself. We also sit down with Hollywood’s next leading man, Collins Pennie for a firsthand look at his career and how he’s making his name and talent known. If you want to release the guilt of indulgence this holiday season, don’t worry we show you how to let go of it and win. For those holiday parties coming up, dressing prominent is the only way to go and we give the ladies and gents a few inspiring ideas. Our holiday issue would not be complete if we did not pay tribute to the late Heavy D; a man who was inspired and inspired many. This and so much more!
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Carlos Watson
It’s more than a way of living; it’s a state of mind.
HOLIDAY 2011 USA $4.99 CANADA $5.99
PROMINENCE
SYESHA
LIVING HER DREAM
HEAVY D
MERCADO
THE MAN THE LEGACY OUR TRIBUTE
COLLINS
THE NEXT LEADING MAN
HOW TO HAVE A GUILT FREE HOLIDAY SEASON AND WIN
PENNIE
The Perfect Timepiece
Happy Holidays
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FEATURES
22 HEAVY D
A Hip Hop Legend who paved the way and
left a mark on our society will forever be
remembered as a man who loved music
and sharing his voice with the world.
48 COLLINS PENNIE
Hollywood’s next leading man is on the rise
and his name is Collins Pennie . He is one
to watch out for as he prepares to take over
the big and small screen
51 GUILT-FREE HOLIDAYS
Want to make this Christmas holiday as
guilt-free as possible? We share with you
tips for releasing the stress and having fun.
53 SYESHA MERCADO
Beauty, brains, talent, and a giving heart are
just a few words to describe singer and
actress, Syesha Mercado. She’s bold
enough to live her dreams and she’s taking
us along for the ride.
9 YOUR VOICE
11 EDITOR’S LETTER
13 CONTRIBUTORS
18 PROMINENTLY KNOWN
19 WHAT’S RELEVANT
21 THE GREAT ESCAPE
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ON THE COVER Syehsa Mercado, third finalist on the seventh season of American Idol, photographed
by Angela Talley in Los Angeles.
CONTENTS
25 ON STAGE
Ashley Everett is one of the most
talented dancers in the industry
today. At twenty-three year old is
only just beginning.
28 BOOKS
The Immortal Life of Henrietta
Lacks, a women who’s
unknowingly helped shaped
medical history. Scandalicious, a
debut novel, is sure to leave you
edge with the turn of every page.
Ever wondered what books have
helped influenced your favorite
celebrities? We list a few that have
made a difference in the lives of
those we love to watch.
29 MUSIC
Lalah Hathaway gives us what
we’ve been missing.
31 HOLIDAY ATTIRE
Holiday attire that will turn heads
and gain attention.
THE 411
HE/SHE
48 THE NBA LOCKOUT
The NBA Lockout proved players
have rights and want them exercised.
What will this mean for the future of
the NBA.
51 SO…WHAT THE LOVE COLUMN
Coach Steph helps answers your
relationship questions and provide
answers to your most common
questions.
60 PERSPETIVE
Open your mind, heart, and spirit to the
guidance that awaits.
61 SPOTLIGHT
Malcom X stood up for what he
believed in and helped shaped our
country as we know it.
RELATIONSHIPS
WORK & WEALTH
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SPORTS
37 UNDERSTANDING STRESS
With the holidays in full force,we help
you identify the sings so that you may
take a step back and relax.
40 AVOIDING HOLIDAY WEIGHT GAIN
Knowing what to do to avoid overeating during the holiday, can help you shed and prevent those unwanted pounds.
43 FINDING YOUR PASSION
Unsure of what it is you are supposed to be doing with your life? Discover five ways to find your passion and happiness.
45 TURNING PASSION INTO PROFIT
Kantis Simmons turns his affliction of being born with extra fingers in to a powerful series by using the 7.25 method to help school aged children reach their full potential.
HEALTH & WELLNESS
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HIT YOUR TARGET
PROMINENCE MAGAZINE
THE LITERARY SPIRIT
PROMINENCE
Zora Neale Hurston
FOUNDER & EDITORIAL DIRECTOR Glenys C. Colclough
INTERN
Shirlanna Little
FASHION EDITOR Afyia Winford
ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR
Shannon Edwards
SPORTS EDITOR Gyasmine George
RELATIONSHIPS EDITOR
Stephanie McKenzie
PHOTOGRAPHY Damien Jackson
PUBLICITY
Keyia Stanton
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Bonita Days
Ashlee Stephens Larry Lyons
PUBLISHER
Evolve Media, a subsidiary of Glenys Clarice Inc. PROMINENCE Magazine is published bi-monthly by Evolve Media. All rights reserved. No part of this magazine may be reproduced, stored in any kind of retrieval system, transmitted in any form or by any means without prior written permission of the publisher.
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Y O U R V O I C E
I enjoyed reading your Fall issue with makeup artist, Karen Dupiche
on the cover. I frequently watch The View and had no idea she was
the behind the beautiful faces on stage.
Carol Mays
New York, NY
I like seeing a positive publication making it their business to
represent the African American voice in a powerful way. You have
my support.
Richard Williams
New York, NY
Happy Holidays Prominence Magazine! Looking forward to what
the New Year has in store for you.
Tiffany Brown
Charlotte, NC
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PROMINENCE a : readily noticeable : CONSPICUOUS b : widely and popularly known : LEADING