Ebony -

After 71 years of family ownership, Johnson Publishing Company sold Ebony and its sister magazine Jet in 2016 to the private equity firm Clear View Group.

Ebony is a cornerstone of American media, serving as a defining, premier publication for African-American life, culture, and politics for over 75 years. Founded by John H. Johnson in November 1945, the Chicago-based magazine has continuously highlighted Black excellence, providing a mirror for the culture and a record of its history. After 71 years of family ownership, Johnson Publishing

Ebony has been described as a "mirror of Black excellence" and has played a crucial role in shaping narratives around Black beauty, elegance, and cultural pride. Johnson in November 1945, the Chicago-based magazine has

The magazine covers a broad spectrum of topics, including civil rights, celebrity profiles, fashion (including the historic Ebony Fashion Fair), politics, and business. Created by John H

Created by John H. Johnson to focus on the accomplishments of African-American leaders and stories important to the black community, it was designed to show a positive and self-affirming view of Black life, rising from the constraints of 1940s media to become a monumental success.