Ebony

After 71 years of family ownership, Johnson Publishing Company sold Ebony and its sister magazine Jet in 2016 to the private equity firm Clear View Group.

While maintaining its print legacy, Ebony now operates extensively as a digital-first platform, offering digital cover experiences featuring contemporary icons like Issa Rae, Busta Rhymes, and Cynthia Erivo, and publishing the "Power 100" list to honor influential Black figures. After 71 years of family ownership, Johnson Publishing

Ebony is a cornerstone of American media, serving as a defining, premier publication for African-American life, culture, and politics for over 75 years. Founded by John H. Johnson in November 1945, the Chicago-based magazine has continuously highlighted Black excellence, providing a mirror for the culture and a record of its history. After 71 years of family ownership