In its fall/winter 2025 issue, Essence Magazine has named Little Rock Mayor Frank Scott Jr. as one of its 2025 power players, honoring Black leaders who have transformed their respective industries.

Scott was named among luminaries and leaders such as actress Tracee Ellis Ross, Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott and bestselling author Kennedy Ryan.

Essence acknowledged Scott as Little Rock’s first elected Black mayor and discussed how he has helped drive the capital city forward through crime reduction and job creation , among other activities.

Scott expressed gratitude toward city staff and Little Rock residents for the honor on social media Tuesday.

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