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Entertainment · New YorkThree months after Porsha Williams finalized her divorce from ex Simon Guobadia, The Real Housewives of Atlanta star surprised fans by revealing she's currently dating a man and a "nice" woman.See the Story
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United States · United StatesBy Larry Stansbury ·Updated October 10, 2025 Getting your Trinity Audio player ready… From Love Jones and Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, to Boyz In The Hood and The Best Man, actress Nia Long has long been an example of beauty and grace. Now, the Brooklyn-native and cultural icon is continuing her aspirational streak as Estée Lauder‘s first-ever Brand Ambassador for North America—marking a major moment in both her career and the brand’s history.And th…See the Story
EXCLUSIVE: Nia Long Becomes Estée Lauder's Newest Brand Ambassador
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