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Essence Fest Takes Responsibility for Lauryn Hill Ending Show at 3:37 A.M.: 'The Delay? Not Hers'
Essence Festival of Culture is taking responsibility for Lauryn Hill's performance ending after 3:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 5 ...
As Essence fest takes blame for Lauryn Hill's wildly late set, Stephanie Mills lets criticism rip
The Essence Festival has taken responsibility for a Lauryn Hill performance that saw the hip-hop legend take the stage at ...
Lauryn Hill says her tardiness issue is a production problem. Some fans disagree
Maplewood native Lauryn Hill took the stage at 2:30 a.m. July 5 for her Essence Festival headlining set in New Orleans ...
Lauryn Hill Speaks Out Against ‘Misconception’ After Delayed Essence Festival Set: ‘I Appreciate Those Who Stayed'
Lauryn Hill thanked the 2025 Essence Fest for taking responsibility for her late set time at 2:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 5, ...
Why Lauryn Hill Remains One Of The Most Bankable Names In Music
The “Ready or Not” singer may not fit into today’s music economy, and she may not be actively trying to be relevant, but her name carries weight.