The stereotypes don't come anywhere close to telling the whole story of the 35 percent of women who keep their last name when they marry or the 65 who opt to change it. So, we decided to ask over 100 married women about why they changed or kept their names —...
MC Lyte is hip-hop's original female emcee. Born in Brooklyn, the multi-hyphenate rapper, actor, entrepreneur, and fearless advocate for women is a pioneering force. Nine years since her last album, Lyte is finally ready to release her n...
You can keep your maiden name, hyphenate orcome up with a new name that combines both of your last names. ... That's because, depending on the state, your husband's name change may not be considered part of the marriage process, but instead is seen as a legal name change where a m...
Ever sinceAutumn Rowewon a GRAMMY in 2022, it's been her biggest motivation. That's why the musical multi-hyphenate keeps the award nestled in her writing room — to keep her creative juices flowing. "It reminds me that anything is possible," she says in the lates...
Can I go by a different name without legally changing it? Moststates allow one or both spouses to changetheir last names without a separate name change petition after getting married. You could choose to take your spouse's last name, hyphenate your last names, or in some states, choose a...
Gambino isn’t holding back with his final act, which will serve as the soundtrack companion to the blockbuster of the same name. He doesn’t seem to have any regrets about moving forward. “I think grace is undervalued in the world,” he added. “When I put my son on my shoulders,...