Ebony Magazine July 1986 cover featuring Whitney Houston, highlighting her youthful beauty and discussing her rise to fame, along with features on Richard Pryor and Sidney Barthelemy, the new Mayor of New Orleans.
Contents page of Ebony Magazine July 1986 featuring Whitney Houston on the cover. The magazine highlights entertainment, personalities, lifestyles, politics, and health topics of the time.
An article page from Ebony Magazine July 1986 showcasing a photoshoot of Prince, emphasizing his unique style and charm. The issue features insights into his music and personal life.
Back cover of Ebony Magazine July 1986 featuring a stylish model promoting Coca-Cola with a vibrant and fashionable look. Highlights the magazine's focus on culture and lifestyle.
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Ebony Magazine July 1986 cover featuring Whitney Houston, highlighting her youthful beauty and discussing her rise to fame, along with features on Richard Pryor and Sidney Barthelemy, the new Mayor of New Orleans.Contents page of Ebony Magazine July 1986 featuring Whitney Houston on the cover. The magazine highlights entertainment, personalities, lifestyles, politics, and health topics of the time.An article page from Ebony Magazine July 1986 showcasing a photoshoot of Prince, emphasizing his unique style and charm. The issue features insights into his music and personal life.Back cover of Ebony Magazine July 1986 featuring a stylish model promoting Coca-Cola with a vibrant and fashionable look. Highlights the magazine's focus on culture and lifestyle.

Ebony Magazine July 1986 Whitney Houston Cover

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Ebony Magazine – July 1986 – Whitney Houston Cover – Good Condition

This July 1986 issue of Ebony Magazine features a radiant Whitney Houston on the cover at just 22 years old, already a breakout sensation in the music world. With her debut album selling over six million copies and topping both pop and R&B charts, Houston discusses the rapid rise to fame, the pressures of stardom, and the personal balance she seeks amidst success. Cover photograph by Steven Meisel.

Condition: Good. The address label has been intentionally blurred out. Minor signs of handling consistent with age. Please review listing photos for accurate condition. The exact item shown is the one you will receive. Comes with a protective plastic covering. Combined shipping available upon request.

Highlights from the Issue:

Cover Story

  • Whitney Houston: Navigating fame, chart-topping success, and the challenges that come with it (p. 36)

  • Makeup by Quiet Fire | Hair by Michael Weeks | Photography by Steven Meisel

Entertainment

  • Ebony Interview with Prince: The reclusive icon opens up about his music, faith, and his relationship with his father (p. 29)

  • Richard Pryor: His new film Jo Jo Dancer and efforts to create opportunities for Black talent in Hollywood (p. 42)

Women

  • Bachelorettes of 1986: Profiles of women seeking emotionally intelligent partners (p. 38)

Sports

  • The Weaver Triplets: Younger brothers of former champ Mike Weaver pursue boxing careers (p. 48)

  • Reggie Jackson: Baseball legend as collector and businessman with a garage of 80+ cars (p. 104)

Money & Health

  • How to Get Out of Debt: Financial experts offer actionable advice (p. 56)

  • Prenatal Health: Steps to protect your unborn child (p. 64)

  • Weight Loss Story: A typist sheds 100 pounds and transforms her life (p. 68)

Profiles & Lifestyles

  • High-Achieving Siblings: Families with more than one star in the spotlight (p. 74)

  • Michael and Michelle Nero Singletary: Marriage rooted in art and mutual support (p. 96)

Politics

  • Mayor Sidney Barthelemy: New Orleans’ second Black mayor makes his mark with quiet strength and charm (p. 120)

Departments

  • Speaking of People (p. 6)

  • Letters to the Editor (p. 10)

  • Backstage (p. 20)

  • Bookshelf (p. 25)

  • Strictly for Laughs (p. 54)

  • Fashion Fair: Summer Fancy (p. 84)

  • Date with a Dish: Creative Ka-bobs (p. 112)

  • The Ebony Advisor (p. 118)

A culturally rich and historically significant issue spotlighting two musical legends—Whitney Houston and Prince—alongside articles covering politics, health, sports, and Black excellence across the board. A must-have for collectors of vintage Black media and music history.

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