In lieu of Essence magazine’s Fourth Annual Black Women in Hollywood Luncheon, lauded leading lady Angela Bassett will be gracing the cover of the upcoming March 2011 issue. Best know for her role in ‘What’s Love Got To Do With It?’ Bassett, 52, will be honored along with three other black actress, including Loretta Devine, Jennifer Hudson and Viola Davis. All women have been chosen for their inspirational contributions to women around the world. The annual luncheon will be held on Feb. 24th in Hollywood, California.

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