People & Profiles

Virtuoso Status

At 97, David Adickes Is Still Creating Art—and Cracking Jokes

The celebrated Houston artist may be pushing 100, but he still has no plans of retiring anytime soon.

05/20/2024 By Daniel Renfrow Photography by Anthony Rathbun

Pioneers

The Family Dynasties behind Top Houston Restaurants

Meet the people who helped put the city on the map for its food.

04/04/2024 By Phoebe Gibson

Mojo

Meet Absolem Yetzirah, the Voodoo King of Houston

Before opening Absolem’s House of Voodoo, this local “conjure doctor” was an herbalist searching for a new direction.

10/27/2023 By Daniel Renfrow

Healing Houston

Aris Kian Is Rewriting the Rules as Houston Poet Laureate

The native Houstonian is building a bridge between poetry and activism.

08/28/2023 By Geneva Diaz

Legacy Unlocked

Becoming Legacy Man: The Origin Story of a True Houston Character

Before finding fame as a Rollerblade-dancing, synthwave-playing local legend, Derek Cooper first had to surrender.

06/05/2023 By Meredith Nudo

Perfect Party

Out and Proud Edition

Singers, TV hosts, a mayor, and more are invited to our next bash.

05/30/2023 By Shelby Stewart

Friday Q & A

Artist Serotonin Brings a Good Dose of Happiness to Houston

Through music, fashion, and more, the multidisciplinary artist just wants to “make the collective experience of life more bearable.”

05/19/2023 By Geneva Diaz

Heat Heroes

When Temperatures Rise, These Houstonians Come to the Rescue

One air-conditioned afternoon, water save, and snow cone at a time.

05/11/2023 By Angela Cabotaje and Geneva Diaz

Friday Q&A

Up Close and Personal with Rockets Legend Kenny Smith

We sat down with “The Jet” to discuss life in the NBA, his affinity for the city of Houston, and his new book, Talk of Champions.

05/05/2023 By Jessica Lodge

Friday Q&A

Dawn Burrell Is Cooking Up Something Great

With a new restaurant set to open in August, the former Olympic athlete turned Top Chef contestant has big plans for Houston’s culinary scene.

04/21/2023 By Shelby Stewart

Bayougraphy

Miss Universe 2023, R’Bonney Gabriel, Is a True Houston Girl

And has she got some food recs.

04/17/2023 By Shelby Stewart

FRIDAY Q&A

The Quirky Sensibilities of Artist Seth Alverson

From fine art to furniture making, the Spring native brings a unique perspective to his craft.

04/14/2023 By Caleb Garling

Friday Q&A

Yvonne Guidry’s SpoiledLatina Empowers Women from All Walks of Life

The entrepreneur's nationally recognized blog and annual conference teaches women to embrace change and follow their passions.

04/07/2023 By Geneva Diaz

Friday Q&A

Reeda Martin-Rudy’s Tattoo Journey

A lifetime of travel and discovery has helped the Houston native hone her craft.

03/31/2023 By Geneva Diaz

FRIDAY Q&A

Eva Longoria Is on Fire

The acclaimed actress chats about her tequila brand and her new directorial debut film, Flamin' Hot.

03/24/2023 By Geneva Diaz

Perfect Party

Win and You're In ... to Our Spring Sports Soiree

Houston's sports teams have lots to be proud of. We're inviting some of the city's biggest stars to our spring bash.

03/22/2023 By Shelby Stewart

Friday Q&A

Darryl Sharpton Is Building a Life Beyond the Field

The former Houston Texans linebacker shares his philosophy for success as an entrepreneur.

03/10/2023 By Shelby Stewart

FRIDAY Q&A

Lynn Wyatt Spills (Only a Few of) Her Secrets

The beloved socialite, dedicated philanthropist, and champagne and popcorn connoisseur turns 88 this year.

03/03/2023 By Daniel Renfrow

BLACK HISTORY MONTH

George Floyd’s Legacy Lives

Philonise Floyd and his wife, Keeta, have created a nonprofit to support their community and honor George’s memory.

02/27/2023 By Shelby Stewart

FRIDAY Q&A

Wade Phillips Returns to Football as Head Coach of XFL's Houston Roughnecks

In the first of our new "Friday Q&A" series, we discuss Texas, football, and Texas Football as part of the new XFL league with the legendary coach.

02/10/2023 By Jessica Lodge