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Amber Rose got DRAGGED over her recent tone-deaf and color-struck comments she made about Philly women not being “traditionally attractive.” Here’s what we know: There are plenty of stunning Black women that prove that you don’t “be exotic” in order to be beautiful. From Jill Scott to Sanitgold to Holly Robinson-Peete, here are 11 women who perfectly embody our point!

Amber Rose Who? 11 Stunning Black Women From Philly  was originally published on hellobeautiful.com

1. You Played Yourself!

You Played Yourself!

Amber Rose got DRAGGED over her recent tone-deaf and color-struck comments she made about Philly women not being “traditionally attractive.” Here’s what we know: There are plenty of stunning Black women that prove that you don’t “be exotic” in order to be beautiful. From Jill Scott to Sanitgold to Holly Robinson-Peete, here are 11 women who perfectly embody our point!

2. Jill Scott

Jill Scott

Jilly from Philly has always given us life with her music, acting and love for her people !

3. Eve

Eve

Rapper turned actress turned mom, we’re always here for Eve’s ever-changing looks.

4. Patti LaBelle

Patti LaBelle

We continue to be awed by the iconic singer (and best sweet potato pie baker) who keeps aging with grace.

5. Holly Robinson-Peete

Holly Robinson-Peete

The actress and autism advocate is pure perfection.

6. Lisa ‘Left Eye’ Lopes

Lisa ‘Left Eye’ Lopes

RIP Beauty!

7. Santigold

The princess of alternative hip-hop is serving up fierceness, all day, every day.

8. Vivian Green

The soul singer takes our breath away!

9. Nafessa Williams

“Burning Sands” and CW’s “Black Lightning” actress is a rising star that needs to be on your radar.

10. Monica Calhoun

“The Best Man’s” Monica Calhoun has definitely perfected the art of the selfie!