At the start of her career, Atkins first worked with the Wayans family in 1995 by way of The Wayans Bros., working alongside siblings Shawn, Marlon and Kim. She actually played the role of Kim’s ...

Adding to a life of peace, Atkins also revealed she’s super single and has been abstaining from sex for the past four years. She believes her decision will pay off. “It was something that I ...

"We've always shown up in support of one another," the actress tells PEOPLE of their nearly 30-year relationship Variety via Getty Essence Atkins has nothing but love and respect for the Wayans.

Essence Atkins has nothing but love and respect for the Wayans. In an exclusive interview with PEOPLE about her newly released BET+ original holiday film Queens of Christmas, the actress ...

Essence Atkins is getting into the holiday spirit this season, even if it means going head-to-head with her neighbors for a Christmas competition! The Poppa’s House actress, 52, recently spoke ...