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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 have to “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!

1. You Played Yourself!

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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 have to “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

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

3. Eve

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

4. Patti LaBelle

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

5. Holly Robinson-Peete

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The actress and autism advocate is pure perfection.

6. Lisa ‘Left Eye’ Lopes

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RIP Beauty!

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