Source: Debra Trebitz / Getty
Even though nobody ever really needs a reason to celebrate the talented gentlemen of New Edition, this weekend will commemorate a very special occasion for the legendary R&B group as they celebrate their 40th anniversary in the industry.
…and yes, the fellas are still looking as fly in 2023 as they did when first arriving on the scene with Candy Girl back in 1983!
Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. (Terms and conditions).
RELATED: Based On A True Story: 15 Of The Best (And 5 Of The Worst) Black Biopics
After seven studio albums, a Christmas EP and 11 tours that stretched across the globe — you can see them on The Legacy Tour right now! — one thing that has remained consistent within the group is the unwavering brotherhood shared throughout the passing decades between members Ricky Bell, Michael Bivins, Bobby Brown, Ronnie DeVoe, Johnny Gill and Ralph Tresvant. In short, 40 years of catchy music and countless memories that NE fans will never forget have made them every bit of legends in the eyes of music fans and Black culture in general.
We will certainly be celebrating the group’s 40th anniversary right along with them. To make sure the occasion is extra special, we decided to take a trip down memory lane and put together a handful of classic photos, some even rare, that really show how wide the legacy of New Edition has spanned over the years. What you’ll see are five young Black boys with a dream who soon became six influential Black men inspiring millions with their voices and giving generations of musicians who came after them something to aspire towards in their own careers. We salute you, kings!
LIKE US ON FACEBOOK. FOLLOW US ON TWITTER AND INSTAGRAM. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE.
From 1983 all the way to 2023, take a look at 40 photos of New Edition that show just how far the guys have come in the span of 40 years. Happy anniversary, fellas!
- New Edition Drops Dates for “Legacy Tour,”
- Will Keith Sweat & Guy Join New Edition On Tour In 2023?
- Singer Ronnie DeVoe Donates School Supplies, Bikes To Youth In Cincinnati
Happy Anniversary! 40 New Edition Photos That Show Their 40-Year Evolution was originally published on blackamericaweb.com
1. 1983
Source:Getty
Happy Anniversary! 40 New Edition Photos That Show Their 40-Year Evolution was originally published on blackamericaweb.com
2. 1984
Source:Getty
Happy Anniversary! 40 New Edition Photos That Show Their 40-Year Evolution was originally published on blackamericaweb.com
3. 1985
Source:Getty
Happy Anniversary! 40 New Edition Photos That Show Their 40-Year Evolution was originally published on blackamericaweb.com
4. 1985
Source:Getty
Happy Anniversary! 40 New Edition Photos That Show Their 40-Year Evolution was originally published on blackamericaweb.com
5. 1986
Source:Getty
Happy Anniversary! 40 New Edition Photos That Show Their 40-Year Evolution was originally published on blackamericaweb.com
6. 1988
Source:Getty
Happy Anniversary! 40 New Edition Photos That Show Their 40-Year Evolution was originally published on blackamericaweb.com
7. 1989
Source:Getty
Happy Anniversary! 40 New Edition Photos That Show Their 40-Year Evolution was originally published on blackamericaweb.com
8. 1990
Source:Getty
Happy Anniversary! 40 New Edition Photos That Show Their 40-Year Evolution was originally published on blackamericaweb.com
9. 1991
Source:Getty
Happy Anniversary! 40 New Edition Photos That Show Their 40-Year Evolution was originally published on blackamericaweb.com
10. 1991
Source:Getty
Happy Anniversary! 40 New Edition Photos That Show Their 40-Year Evolution was originally published on blackamericaweb.com
11. 1994
Source:Getty
Happy Anniversary! 40 New Edition Photos That Show Their 40-Year Evolution was originally published on blackamericaweb.com
12. 1994
Source:Getty
Happy Anniversary! 40 New Edition Photos That Show Their 40-Year Evolution was originally published on blackamericaweb.com
13. 1996
Source:Getty
Happy Anniversary! 40 New Edition Photos That Show Their 40-Year Evolution was originally published on blackamericaweb.com
14. 1996
Source:Getty
Happy Anniversary! 40 New Edition Photos That Show Their 40-Year Evolution was originally published on blackamericaweb.com
15. 1997
Source:The Rickey Smiley Morning Show
Happy Anniversary! 40 New Edition Photos That Show Their 40-Year Evolution was originally published on blackamericaweb.com
16. 2002
Source:Getty
Happy Anniversary! 40 New Edition Photos That Show Their 40-Year Evolution was originally published on blackamericaweb.com
17. 2003
Source:Getty
Happy Anniversary! 40 New Edition Photos That Show Their 40-Year Evolution was originally published on blackamericaweb.com
18. 2003
Source:Getty
Happy Anniversary! 40 New Edition Photos That Show Their 40-Year Evolution was originally published on blackamericaweb.com
19. 2004
Source:The Rickey Smiley Morning Show
Happy Anniversary! 40 New Edition Photos That Show Their 40-Year Evolution was originally published on blackamericaweb.com
20. 2004
Source:Getty
Happy Anniversary! 40 New Edition Photos That Show Their 40-Year Evolution was originally published on blackamericaweb.com
21. 2004
Source:Getty
Happy Anniversary! 40 New Edition Photos That Show Their 40-Year Evolution was originally published on blackamericaweb.com
22. 2004
Source:Getty
Happy Anniversary! 40 New Edition Photos That Show Their 40-Year Evolution was originally published on blackamericaweb.com
23. 2005
Source:Getty
Happy Anniversary! 40 New Edition Photos That Show Their 40-Year Evolution was originally published on blackamericaweb.com
24. 2006
Source:Getty
Happy Anniversary! 40 New Edition Photos That Show Their 40-Year Evolution was originally published on blackamericaweb.com
25. 2006
Source:Getty
Happy Anniversary! 40 New Edition Photos That Show Their 40-Year Evolution was originally published on blackamericaweb.com
26. 2007
Source:Getty
Happy Anniversary! 40 New Edition Photos That Show Their 40-Year Evolution was originally published on blackamericaweb.com
27. 2008
Source:Getty
Happy Anniversary! 40 New Edition Photos That Show Their 40-Year Evolution was originally published on blackamericaweb.com
28. 2008
Source:Getty
Happy Anniversary! 40 New Edition Photos That Show Their 40-Year Evolution was originally published on blackamericaweb.com
29. 2009
Source:Getty
Happy Anniversary! 40 New Edition Photos That Show Their 40-Year Evolution was originally published on blackamericaweb.com
30. 2009
Source:Getty
Happy Anniversary! 40 New Edition Photos That Show Their 40-Year Evolution was originally published on blackamericaweb.com
31. 2011
Source:Getty
Happy Anniversary! 40 New Edition Photos That Show Their 40-Year Evolution was originally published on blackamericaweb.com
32. 2012
Source:Getty
Happy Anniversary! 40 New Edition Photos That Show Their 40-Year Evolution was originally published on blackamericaweb.com
33. 2012
Source:Getty
Happy Anniversary! 40 New Edition Photos That Show Their 40-Year Evolution was originally published on blackamericaweb.com
34. 2013
Source:Getty
Happy Anniversary! 40 New Edition Photos That Show Their 40-Year Evolution was originally published on blackamericaweb.com
35. 2014
Source:Getty
Happy Anniversary! 40 New Edition Photos That Show Their 40-Year Evolution was originally published on blackamericaweb.com
36. 2017
Source:Getty
Happy Anniversary! 40 New Edition Photos That Show Their 40-Year Evolution was originally published on blackamericaweb.com
37. 2017
Source:Getty
Happy Anniversary! 40 New Edition Photos That Show Their 40-Year Evolution was originally published on blackamericaweb.com
38. 2021
Source:Getty
Happy Anniversary! 40 New Edition Photos That Show Their 40-Year Evolution was originally published on blackamericaweb.com
39. 2022
Source:Getty
Happy Anniversary! 40 New Edition Photos That Show Their 40-Year Evolution was originally published on blackamericaweb.com
40. 2023
Source:Getty
Happy Anniversary! 40 New Edition Photos That Show Their 40-Year Evolution was originally published on blackamericaweb.com