Tracee Ellis Ross

Tracee Ellis Ross, an award-winning actor, producer, and founder of Pattern Beauty, shares her journey of self-discovery and the importance of intentional language. She discusses how purposeful words can redefine success and manifest desires. Tracee emphasizes the benefits of therapy and vulnerability while navigating challenges in her entrepreneurial path. She also highlights the significance of maintaining authenticity in leadership, encouraging listeners to embrace their true selves and build their life from passion.

Tracee Ellis Ross, Michelle Obama, and Dr. Becky Kennedy dive deep into parenting, rejecting societal expectations, finding enoughness, and the #1 relationship strategy. They discuss reparenting ourselves, embracing love, and Abby's journey to feeling lovable.

Tracee Ellis Ross, celebrated actress and businesswoman known for her roles in Black-ish and Girlfriends, shares her insights on dating and joy. She reveals how embracing her single life has prepared her for new romantic adventures and discusses her personal dating checklist. Tracee emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and individuality in relationships. Craig Robinson adds his perspective on what men seek in dating, engaging in a light-hearted yet meaningful discussion about modern love and the pursuit of happiness.

Tracee Ellis Ross, an award-winning actress and founder of Pattern Beauty, joins her longtime friend Samira Nasr, editor-in-chief of Harper’s Bazaar. They discuss the importance of representation in the beauty industry and how Tracee built her hair care brand to celebrate Black beauty. Their conversation highlights entrepreneurial lessons, the joy of friendship, and overcoming challenges in leadership roles. They emphasize self-acceptance, cultural change for young girls, and the vital role of community and support in achieving success.

Tracee Ellis Ross, an actress celebrated for her roles in Black-ish and Girlfriends, returns to share her excitement about the acclaimed film American Fiction. She reflects on childhood creativity and how criticism fuels her artistry. The conversation takes a light-hearted turn with memorable stories about friendship dynamics, tech troubles, and hilarious scheduling mishaps between Conan and his team. Tracee also explores the vulnerabilities tied to her career journey, highlighting the balance of beauty, comedy, and personal growth.

Abby shares one of her all-time most impactful conversations – delving inside the “wonderful, dangerous” mind of Tracee Ellis Ross covers:1. Tracee’s go-to strategies to stop questioning herself, to pick herself up when she feels unlovable, and to tether herself to her truest self.2. How she made peace with the fact that she’s “not everyone’s cup of tea” – and stopped trying to change the things about her that others don’t like (but she does).3. Inside Tracee’s 50th birthday party – the honor of being “Fifty and Free,” and what moved her to sing her mother’s song in her mother’s dress.4. Tracee’s recent personal journal entry rejecting the lie that a woman’s purpose is to be “chosen” – and how she creates a beautiful, full life outside the roles of mother and partner.5. Tracee’s incredible view of friendship: How to be brave enough to become a barnacle in your friends’ lives, and to find your Cauldron peopleAbout Tracee:Tracee Ellis Ross is an award-winning actress and producer best known for her roles in ABC’s award-winning comedy series BLACK-ISH and GIRLFRIENDS. For her role as “Rainbow Johnson” in BLACK-ISH, as a comedic leading actress, Ross won the Golden Globe Award in 2017 as well as nine NAACP Image Awards. She was nominated for five Emmys and two Critics Choice Awards.Ross is the CEO and Founder of Pattern, a haircare brand for the curly, coily and tight textured masses.Ross recently executive produced and narrates Hulu’s THE HAIR TALES, a docuseries about Black women, beauty and identity through the distinctive lens of Black hair.Upcoming, Ross will be producing a ten-episode podcast “I Am America,” which aims to break through the noise during this divided time in our country in an effort to create space and to heal.TW: @TraceeEllisRossIG: @traceeellisross

Tracee Ellis Ross, actress and star of "Black-ish" and "American Fiction," shares her passion for solo travel and its profound impact on self-discovery. She reflects on early journeys with her iconic mother, Diana Ross, and reveals the personal empowerment she found traveling alone at 22. With insights into her new Roku series, she emphasizes the joys of packing flamboyantly and the importance of mindfulness and safety in solo adventures. Tracee celebrates how these experiences shape identity and foster cultural respect.

Tracee Ellis Ross, the acclaimed actor and style icon, shares her fashion wisdom and packing philosophy, dubbed 'Bring It All' (BIA), as she chats about her experience at the Dior show. She reminisces about modeling with her mother and Naomi Campbell's inspiring advice. Joining her is Hamish Bowles, a veteran Vogue editor, who discusses highlights from Paris Fashion Week, including The Row and Tom Ford's captivating collections. With insights on travel essentials and solo adventures, this conversation celebrates fashion, self-expression, and the art of travel.

Tracee Ellis Ross, Hollywood actress and founder of Pattern Beauty, shares her empowering journey from struggling with her natural hair to creating a successful haircare brand for textured hair. She discusses the challenges of addressing systemic biases in the beauty industry and emphasizes the importance of celebrating Black beauty. Ross reveals how her personal growth influenced her brand, aiming to shift the narrative from struggle to pride. She also highlights the significance of inclusive practices and shared humanity as drivers of business success.

Tracee Ellis Ross, an award-winning actor and founder of Pattern beauty, shares her journey from childhood to icon status. She reflects on releasing a movie during the pandemic and her evolving relationship with social media and age. Tracee discusses the impact of Girlfriends on her career and the emotional complexities of its ending. She also touches on her ambitions in producing, breaking norms with Black-ish, and the importance of staying grounded amid fame, highlighting her commitment to diversity and authenticity.