TV Personality • Producer • The Emperor Of Hair • Award-winning Author • Philanthropist • #ByTheWay: A Memoir now available at ElginCharles.com/Store
Beverly Hills, California
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Donald Trump has 5 kids, 3 baby's mamas, lives in government housing, and has outstanding warrants.
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2️⃣ forces, 1️⃣ frame.
Always good catching up with actor & musician Terrell Carter. Great guy. 🤘🏽
#ElginCharles #TerrellCarter #Varney #BeautyInBlack
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😅😂🤣 S/O to my broski, Dennis Farkas, who provided some much needed levity on this hectic Friday afternoon.
Who knew I would fit in [perfectly] with the What’s Happening!! crew?
One of my favorite sitcoms from my childhood. 😎💛
#ElginCharles #TGIF #WhatsHappening #Classic #Sitcom
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Welp, summer gave what it had to give, but the real season starts now.
We’re moving out of the heat and straight into high favor—with bigger vision, better rhythm, and overflowing abundance for every single one of us.
So count your steps, claim your blessings, and let’s walk into what’s already ours.
The shift is here‼️
#ElginCharles #BeverlyHills #EndOfSummer #Blessings
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Pearl on the brim, ice on the trim, softening the palette without softening the edge. They see the varsity, but the mastery is seasoned. ♟️💎
#ElginCharles #BlackMenswear #MenWithStyle #MenswearDaily
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They Asked For No New Wars He Gave Them A “New War”. They Asked For Lower Prices He Gave Them “Higher Prices”. They Asked For The Epstein Files He Still Hasn’t Released Millions Of “The Files”. But One Thing He Has Done Is HATE The People They HATE & Nothing Matters More Than Dat
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Dolly Parton was pure, unadulterated grace.
Having had the absolute pleasure and honor of being in her presence on more than one occasion, I can tell you that the warmth radiating from her was never for the cameras—it was the pulse of who she was to the core. She shattered glass ceilings with a smile, never once putting herself above anyone, but instead reaching out her hand to pull everyone up with her.
She used her platform, her resources, and her extraordinary spirit to pour into the communities that needed it most. Whether standing firmly for racial equality, elevating women, or promoting literacy by putting millions of books into the hands of children who had none, Dolly chose a life of genuine, selfless service.
Even at eighty, losing her feels devastatingly too soon because we need the light, the honesty, and the massive heart of Dolly now more than ever.
And yet, having given us so much of herself, her peace is well earned. Rest beautifully, sweet angel. The stage is darker tonight, but the trail of grace, kindness, and love you left behind will burn forever. 🕊️🙏🏽🤍🕊️
#RIP #DollyParton
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To the culture, she is an irreplaceable queen. To me, she is the mother of our son, grandmother to our grandchildren, and the architect of an everlasting legacy.
Happy Birthday, Jackée!
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The world sees two icons, both formidable in our respective lanes. What they don’t see is our foundation—which has always rested on absolute transparency, an unshakable truth, and a level of candor that ventures far beyond the spotlight.
Throughout the years, outsiders have tried to spin their own narratives, chasing noise as if they could ever decipher our heat, our history, our sacred space, or the truth we’ve shared since day one. Yet through it all, not a single disparaging word has ever crossed either of our lips. Our reality is simply too royal for jeers and conjecture. We protect our peace, pour into each other, laugh off the chatter, and remain locked in mutual respect and timeless love.
Individually, we are movements. Together—an undeniable force.
Today, I celebrate the breathtaking woman who continues to leave an indelible mark on my heart.
Cheers to your brilliance, your undeniable beauty, your magnetic grace, and a bond no narrative on Earth could ever rewrite.
Forever majestic, forever mine.
#HappyBirthdayJackee #Iconic #UnshakableBond #ElginAndJackee #ForeverFamily
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Everything I am, and everything I’ve built, started with him.
My father, the late Dr. Edgar Willis Williams, was a biochemist whose groundbreaking work helped send the first primate into outer space. At home, he taught my siblings and me the power of purpose and discipline, giving us the blueprint to master our education, our finances, and our paths.
Following in his scientific footsteps, I earned credentials in biology and chemistry—along with theology—and used that foundation to break barriers across industries. It carried me from Wall Street, as one of the first Black men to run the Municipal Bonds Division at Smith Barney (now Morgan Stanley Wealth Management), to becoming the first Black salon owner in Beverly Hills. That same rigor helped me build a self-made empire, secure generational wealth, write books, and star in and produce my own reality series... going on to become the globally known “Emperor of Hair.”
He also taught me that true success requires service. I’ve had the privilege of speaking for major corporations like Microsoft and UnitedHealthcare, and standing alongside the former U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Regina Benjamin to lead healthy hair initiatives in underserved communities.
Above all, his guidance shaped who I am as a dedicated father, a proud grandfather, and a man who deeply values family—including the lasting partnership and bond I share with Jackée.
They say reach for the stars, but my father showed my siblings and me how to touch them. Thank you, Dad, for setting the standard and showing us how to live with intention. Your legacy lives on in everything I do!
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#ElginCharles #HonorThyFather #LegacyOfExcellence #GenerationalWealth #EmperorOfHair
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Four decades later and the drape still speaks. Brooks Brothers on the tailoring, Ralph Lauren on the details—1986 was a good year! 🩶
#ElginCharles #BeverlyHills #BrooksBrothers #RalphLauren #Timeless
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When you are truly grounded in who you are, you don’t need to shout—the room simply falls in line. 🪄🖤
S/O — Versace on the drip.
#ElginCharles #BeverlyHills #Versace
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BREAKING: The BBC reportedly set up a thermal camera at Donald Trump’s White House Correspondents’ Dinner and recorded him having “numerous thermal events” including nineteen farts, six dribbles of pee, and one shart.
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BREAKING: In a stunning announcement, Senator Lisa Murkowski just announced she will vote no on Donald Trump’s SAVE Act. This will likely kill Donald Trump’s last hopes of passing the bill. Let’s go.
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The evolution of entertainment is no longer being televised. It’s being curated—and I’ve OFFICIALLY found its new home. 🏛️
In a climate where [our] history is constantly being challenged and Black excellence is being sidelined, we don’t ask for a seat at the table anymore. We build our own. That’s why I am incredibly proud to announce that my groundbreaking new flagship reality competition series, Elgin Charles’s Hair Camp (entering pre-production soon), will be streaming exclusively on Blacktivity!
When the leadership at Blacktivity showed me what they were building, I knew I had to bring Hair Camp here. They didn’t just build an app; they built an independent, multi-million-dollar infrastructure to protect and elevate our stories.
To completely bypass traditional gatekeepers, Blacktivity does things differently: 100% of the proceeds from their exclusive drops directly fuel their premium original content pipeline and future disbursements to Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) nationwide.
No handouts. Just high culture, high fashion, and higher education.
HOW TO TAP IN AND SUPPORT RIGHT NOW:
📱 STREAM THE NETWORK: Search Blacktivity in the iOS App Store or Google Play Store. Download the app today, secure your account, stream the incredible current lineup, and prepare for the global premiere of Hair Camp.
🛍️ OWN THE CULTURE: Hit the link in my bio or head straight to ShoppeBlacktivity.com to secure the inaugural luxury streetwear drop. From museum-quality, heavyweight Letterman jackets and bespoke graphic tees to custom luxury glassware, every piece is a statement of cultural ownership.
The blueprint is set. Download the app, shop the drop, and let’s build this empire together.
#ElginCharles #HairCamp #Blacktivity #ShoppeBlacktivity #HBCU
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What a weekend! Standing on stage at the inaugural Hollywood Multimedia Honors on June 25th to receive the Hair Icon Award was a moment I won’t soon forget. To be recognized globally as the undisputed Emperor of Hair is a beautiful reminder that the decades of relentless execution, sacrifice, and passion were worth every single second. I deeply respect what this organization stands for, and I am excited to build and grow with them for future ceremonies.
And let’s talk about the #BETAwards weekend—without a doubt, one of the most electric, flawlessly executed, and best celebrations we’ve seen in years. The energy was unmatched, the culture was on full display, and it leaves me incredibly inspired for what’s next.
But looking out at all that talent and excellence brings me back to the bigger picture. We are living through some treacherous, heavy times right now. If this weekend proved anything, it’s that our greatest superpower is our unity. To my people, the Black community collective: we MUST keep moving forward, locked in step, lifting as we climb.
I am incredibly humbled by the flowers, but make no mistake—this legacy is self-made, and we are just getting started! ✨👑✨
#ElginCharles #EmperorOfHair #HairIcon #BlackExcellence
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I am deeply honored to be celebrated with a special Hair Icon Tribute at the inaugural Hollywood Multimedia Honors during BET Awards Weekend. To lead this evening’s celebration alongside fellow cultural luminaries like Tami Roman, Natalie Nunn, and the brilliant Harmony Samuels is a testament to our respective legacies.
The evening belongs to the disruptors—the elite collective of creators, artists, and innovators who don’t just follow trends, but redefine the culture entirely.
📍The Deets
EVENT: Culture & Sound: Hollywood Multimedia Honors
DATE: Wednesday, June 25, 2026
LOCATION: 7225 W. Sunset Blvd., Hollywood, CA 90046
ARRIVALS & RED CARPET: 6:00 PM PST
AWARDS CEREMONY: 8:00 PM PST
See you on the red carpet! ✨💛✨
#ElginCharles #BeverlyHills #Hair #Icon #BETAwards
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Look beyond the concrete foundation; the power is in the crimson details. Tailored, never standard. Precision in every thread.
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#ElginCharles #BeverlyHills #TailoredNotStandard #CinematicAesthetic #HighFashionEditorial
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