Ananda Lewis was more than a media icon—she was a mirror, a mentor, and a movement. Black women reflect on her lasting impact and undeniable legacy.

Television personality Ananda Lewis passed away on Wednesday, June 11 after a courageous battle with breast cancer. She was 52. “As the host of BET’s ‘Teen Summit,’ she didn’t just lead ...

It would not be possible for Black people to be celebrated the way we are today without those who paved the way before us, ...

Layne Horwich was diagnosed with Stage 1 breast cancer when she was 100 years old. Now, at 101, she's cancer-free. Horwich ...

A 2024 survey in the Annals of Internal Medicine journal found nearly 40 percent of women would delay screenings based on ...

Tributes have continued to pour in for Ananda Lewis, the former MTV VJ and host of BET’s Teen Summit, one day after her death at the age of 52. Lewis ...

Breast cancer death rates have been decreasing steadily since 1989, for an overall decline of 44% through 2022. The decrease in death rates is believed to be the result of finding breast cancer ...

Since her passing on June 11, 2025, the outpouring of love has been both staggering and affirming. Tributes came from ...

Lewis, a San Diego native, made a name for herself as a host on BET's "Teen Summit," which tackled issues facing Black youth ...

Ahmir "Questlove" Thompson of The Roots is mourning the loss of a friend who played a key role in helping his career reach ...

Ananda Lewis recently passed away at the age of 52 after a long struggle with breast cancer. Could her death have been prevented?

Ananda Lewis chose alternative breast cancer treatments for years before her death this month. Here’s what she tried and what ...