Courtney Bell, Author at Rolling Out

Erica Campbell has been one half of the gospel duo Mary Mary for over 15 years. In 2013, she embarked on a Grammy Award-winning solo career and released two albums.…

The American Stroke Association sponsored a free health fair and gospel concert in Chicago over the weekend at the House of Hope. The goal of the event was to educate…

Lisa Nichols life reads like a fairy tale rag to riches story. She is a top motivational speaker, a best-selling author, and a master life and executive coach. Through hard…

Lisa Nichols, one of the nation’s most requested motivational speakers and life coaches, conducted a daylong seminar in Chicago over the weekend designed to assist people with bringing abundance into…

Sheryl Lee Ralph has graced the entertainment industry for almost four decades. Her performance as Deena in the Broadway play “Dreamgirls” garnered her a Tony nod in the early ’80s…

Kym Whitley first hit the scene in the wildly popular national play “Beauty Shop” in 1989. Since then, she has appeared in over 100 movies, plays, and television shows. Additionally,…

Leon has been in the entertainment industry for over 30 years. His name has been attached to some of the most memorable films including The Five Heartbeats, Cool Runnings, and…

The Black Women’s Expo celebrated its 22nd anniversary in Chicago April 8–10 at McCormick Place. The event marked the first stop of a three-city tour that will take BWE to…

The Comedy Get Down Tour hit Chicago on Saturday, Jan. 23. Headliners included George Lopez, Charlie Murphy, Eddie Griffin, D.L. Hughley, and Cedric The Entertainer. The show was held at…

D.L. Hughley has been entertaining audiences for over 25 years. He has had a television show, starred in movies, and is an Original King of Comedy. He is currently…

April and LaShawn Daniels of WE tv’s “Tamar & Vince” show are launching their Rock Out With Me Couples campaign. The goal of the campaign is to share tools with…

This year was super fast-paced for me. There were many days when I didn’t know if I was coming or going. I set some pretty ambitious goals at the top…

Fabian Elliott is a hybrid entrepreneur. As founder and CEO of Black Tech Mecca Inc., he is leading his organization to transform Chicago into a “global Black tech mecca” through…

Bishop T.D. Jakes once delivered a wildly popular sermon where he suggested that folks should “Glean behind the reapers.” The message was a hit because he explained that people looking…

There is nothing more exciting than a room full of powerful women. This was the case at Odyssey Media’s “In the Black” affair, which was held in Chicago on Sept. 24.…

Celebrity stylist Shun Melson has always had an eye for fashion. After years of working in retail, she caught her big break ten years ago when R&B singer Monica became…

Monique Rodriguez is killing the hair game. A little over a year ago, she started her company Mielle Organics. Within that time, she boasts sales in over 87 countries. Her…

Stephan Labossiere, aka “Stephan Speaks,” is a certified relationship coach, speaker and author who seizes every opportunity to help both men and women overcome the challenges that hinder their relationships.

Gladys Knight, aka “The Empress of Soul,” has a new song, and it definitely has the makings of a hit. Rolling Out had the pleasure of attending an intimate listening…

College is a different world. In addition to getting a degree, it’s a place where life lessons are learned and preparation for the next chapter of our lives takes place.…

Posts by Courtney Bell

Erica Campbell talks about her solo career, her reality show, and Mary Mary

Erica Campbell headlines a free gospel health event in Chicago

Top speaker and life coach Lisa Nichols shares her journey and tips for healing

Lisa Nichols motivates the masses in Chicago

Living legend Sheryl Lee Ralph gives advice to aspiring actors

Kym Whitley talks about her career, motherhood, and her show ‘Raising Whitley’

Leon talks about his career and Cynthia Bailey

Kelly Price, Tony Terry perform at The Black Women’s Expo in Chicago

The Comedy Get Down Tour comes to Chicago

D.L. Hughley talks about his comedy tour and upcoming television show

April and LaShawn Daniels rock out for love and marriage

Toast it up and celebrate 2015’s successes and challenges

5 reasons Chicago is the next Black tech mecca

Chase your dreams: 9 business tips from successful entrepreneurs

Odyssey Media’s ‘In The Black’ tour promotes women leaders

NeNe Leakes, Kim Zolciak’s stylist, Shun Melson, shares 8 tips for looking your best

Monique Rodriguez of Mielle Organics talks rapid hair growth

Gladys Knight talks motivation and shares her new song

Heading to college? 8 tips to help you succeed