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The Defenders is Now on Netflix

Marvel’s The Defenders follows Daredevil, Jessica Jones, Luke Cage and Iron Fist. A quartet of singular heroes with one common goal – to save New York City. This is the story of four solitary figures, burdened with their own personal challenges, who realize they just might be

November 12, 2024

Why Adidas and Under Armour Need Lonzo Ball

There is one sneaker free agent as marketable as any star in recent memory, and he hasn’t played in a minute. The most mystifying entity in basketball is indeed the Ball family and in this case, Lonzo Ball. Starting next

November 12, 2024

Nike Drops the First Look at Kobe Bryant’s “Mamba Mentality”

In the sneaker world, there isn’t a brand bigger than Nike. The brand works with some of the biggest across sports cultures, but few are bigger than one Kobe Bryant. The five-time champion just spent his first season off the

November 12, 2024

Black Restaurant Week Takes Over Atlanta

We told you it was coming! Last week, Atlanta became home to Black Restaraunt Week, which originally launched in Texas. The weekend of events kicked off with 4 majors events, 2 including the Nosh Culinary Showcase and The Power of the

November 12, 2024

Game of Thrones Recap and Preview: ‘Eastwatch’/ ‘Beyond the Wall’

Trouble in ParadiseeeeIn the fifth episode of season seven Eastwatch, we endured a whole lot of talking and bad ideas. Thankfully there are even more bad ideas and even more talking to come (maybe more running than talking it appears).

November 12, 2024

What is Masculinity?

Accordingly to Merriam-Webster dictionary Masculinity is defined as “having qualities appropriate to or usually associated with a man”. But what are these qualities? Is it strength? Is it a deep voice or confidence? What if you lack one or all

November 12, 2024

Meet Omar “OSK Styles” Kinnebrew

I’ve known this man for some time now, but I recently had the pleasure of sitting down with him and learning more about why he is who is he. Omar Kinnebrew is one of the most stylish men I have

November 12, 2024

7 Celebrity Beach Bums Enjoying their Summer

Kids are out of school, tasks at work have died down and basically, we are all burnt out. So the summer time is the perfect time to head to the beach, catch some sun, and enjoy the ocean! Check out

November 12, 2024

Game of Thrones Preview: “Eastwatch”

“Bran saw the Night King’s army heading towards Eastwatch….Bad things are coming”What you are about to read is merely speculative. Based on the previous 64 episodes of Game of Thrones and the preview for tomorrows episode, Eastwatch. This publication does not

November 12, 2024

Google Celebrates 44th Anniversary of Hip Hop with Doodle

On August 11, 1973, there was a party at 1520 Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx—and four decades later, we’re still talking about it. Today’s Google Doodle celebrates the 44th anniversary of that party, which is widely credited as the birth

November 12, 2024

Her Perspective: Nia Simone

What was the best date you ever went on?Last Valentine’s Day, one guy surprised me with rose petals leading up to my room and really sweet love letters inviting me to join him for dinner. He came with roses, gifts,

November 12, 2024

Colin Kaepernick

Colin Kaepernick Vs. the Two-Faced NFL

There are few things in the world as hypocritical as the NFL. In a game dominated by Quarterbacks, where a team without a competent player at the position might as well wave the playoffs goodbye. One would think teams would

November 12, 2024

Lance Gross, Tami Roman & More Attend ‘When Love Kills’ ATL Premiere in Atlanta

Last night, the stars turned out from black Hollywood for the TVone screening of the upcoming original film, “When Love Kills: The Falicia Blakely Story”. This movie stars Niatia “Lil’ Mama” Kirkland, Lance Gross, Tami Roman and Tasha Smith who also directed the

November 12, 2024

Will Smith Takes a Ride in Carpool Karaoke

Carpool Karaoke hosted by James Corden can now be found on Apple Music and their first episode on the popular streaming services is Mr. West Philadelphia himself, Will Smith. Check out the first couple of minutes of the premiere below.To

November 12, 2024

Devyne Stephens Honors Chante Moore During #ATLLiveonthePark

Last night, Shanti Das and Marlon Nichols continued with the 8th season of their hit event ATL Live on the Park. This month was full of legendary greatness. Ed Lover, a man who has been trailblazing in the industry for over 30

November 12, 2024

QG Model of the Week

QG Model of The Week: Basir Wright

This weeks QG Model is Basir Wright. He is not just a man, he’s a Gentleman. Check out why he is our Quintessential Gentleman Model of the Week!Name:Basir WrightHometown:Brooklyn, New York. I Moved to Georgia when I was 9 years old.Occupation:College

November 12, 2024

#RelationshipGoals: Black Love Series Will Premiere on OWN Network

Whenever you aspire to be something, you look for guidance from people who are actually doing it. Well, Oprah’s OWN Network is giving you some great insight on how to have long lasting relationships. In her latest project, Black Love highlights love

November 12, 2024

Why The College of Hip Hop App Is Essential To Anyone In The Entertainment Industry

We here a QG recently sat down with twin brothers, AJ and SJ Jackson, to discuss their new app, The College of Hip Hop, along with their new book, “10 Steps To Profit From Your Passion.” I am deeply enthralled

November 12, 2024

An Interview with the Quintessential Gentleman: Dereck Faulkner, the 21st Century Entrepreneurial

We here at Quintessential Gentleman had the pleasure of interviewing Dereck Faulkner. Dereck may be most known for his career in the NFL, but since then, he has developed multiple business ventures, two of which, Overtime Unlimited and Athletes for Vets, are developing

November 12, 2024

10 Questions With Kendall Dorsey

What would the world of fashion and entertainment be without amazingly talented and creative hair stylists? We don’t even need to answer that question because we know hair stylists are responsible for imaginative concepts and the finishing touches for the

November 12, 2024

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