
Ace Hood & Shelah Won't Let The Mandatory Quarantine Stop Their Yoga Regimen

It's been more than 48 hours since I left home, and I'm officially stir crazy.
As the most introverted introvert you'll ever meet, you would think that the self-quarantine would be a piece of cake for me. Be that as it may, I am disappointed to say that I've eaten all of the cakes as well as the rest of my self-quarantine snacks. If I don't find a hobby soon, I'll be having sleep for breakfast, lunch, and dinner for the next few weeks.
But thanks to our favorite newlyweds, we have all the inspiration we need to get off the couch and back into our daily self-care regimens.
In 2017, Ace Hood and Shelah Marie sat down with xoNecole to reveal the benefits of couples' yoga, and three years later, a recent Instagram post proves that these two still practice what they preach. In lieu of the Coronavirus pandemic, the recently married couple took to social media to remind us of the importance of sticking to your routine in the midst of the chaos, and we are here for all of it.
While many gyms and public spaces for exercise have been temporarily closed, Ace and Shelah are proof that this is the perfect time to get your self-care regimen all the way together.
Along with Ace and Shelah, read how 8 more of your favorite celebrities are practicing social distancing below:
Ciara & Russell Wilson
Name a duo cuter than SiSi and baby Future. I'll wait.
After making the announcement that they would be donating 1 million meals to Food Lifeline, an adorably pregnant Ciara, Russell Wilson, Sienna, and baby Future took some time to work on their TikTok careers while on temporary lockdown.
Tiffany Haddish
What better time than now to give your hair the TLC it so desperately deserves? Tiffany Haddish is taking advantage to level up her locs with a good old-fashioned deep conditioning treatment during this time of isolation.
Lizzo
I didn't know that I needed this 30-minute flute-infused meditation and mantra by our good sis, Lizzo but it's here now, and I can't unhear it.
Jhene Aiko
Jhene Aiko never fails to come through with all of the vibes, and her latest bowl-singing session was no exception.
Debbie Allen
With her virtual dance class, 70-year-old Debbie Allen proved that social distancing isn't an excuse for laziness.
Halle Berry
Whether you rock with audiobooks or paperbacks, according to Halle Berry, you no longer have an excuse not to tackle your must-read list.
Keke Palmer
If you're feeling crafty, Google some recipes and get your master chef on like Keke Palmer.
John Legend & Chrissy Teigen
John Legend came through to uplift our spirits with a quarantine concert that featured Chrissy Teigen, whose chic AF head wrap stole the show.
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Adrian Marcel On Purpose, Sacrifice, And The 'Signs Of Life'
In this week's episode of xoMAN, host Kiara Walker talked with R&B artist Adrian Marcel, who opened up, full of heart and authenticity, about his personal evolution. He discussed his days transitioning from a young Bay Area singer on the come-up to becoming a grounded husband and father of four.
With honesty and introspection, Marcel reflected on how life, love, and loss have shaped the man he is today.
On ‘Life’s Subtle Signals’
Much of the conversation centered around purpose, sacrifice, and listening to life’s subtle signals. “I think that you really have to pay attention to the signs of life,” Marcel said. “Because as much as we need to make money, we are not necessarily on this Earth for that sole purpose, you know what I mean?” While he acknowledged his ambitions, adding, “that is not me saying at all I’m not trying to ball out,” he emphasized that fulfillment goes deeper.
“We are here to be happy. We are here [to] fulfill a purpose that we are put on here for.”
On Passion vs. Survival
Adrian spoke candidly about the tension between passion and survival, describing how hardship can sometimes point us away from misaligned paths. “If you find it’s constantly hurting you… that’s telling you something. That’s telling you that you’re going outside of your purpose.”
Marcel’s path hasn’t been without detours. A promising athlete in his youth, he recalled, “Early on in my career, I was still doing sports… I was good… I had a scholarship.” An injury changed everything. “My femur broke. Hence why I always say, you know, I’m gonna keep you hip like a femur.” After the injury, he pivoted to explore other careers, including teaching and corporate jobs.
“It just did not get me—even with any success that happened in anything—those times, back then, I was so unhappy. And you know, to a different degree. Like not just like, ‘I really want to be a singer so that’s why I’m unhappy.’ Nah, it was like, it was not fulfilling me in any form or fashion.”
On Connection Between Pursuing Music & Fatherhood
He recalled performing old-school songs at age 12 to impress girls, then his father challenged him: “You can lie to these girls all you want, but you're really just lying to yourself. You ain't growing.” That push led him to the piano—and eventually, to his truth. “Music is my love,” Marcel affirmed. “I wouldn’t be a happy husband if I was here trying to do anything else just to appease her [his wife].”
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Ashley Versher is known for her work in the Tyler Perry's Beauty In Black series and more recently, she starred alongside Taraji P. Henson in the Netflix film Straw. But she is more than just her acting credits and stunning looks (her hair alone is everything). In an xoNecole exclusive, Ashley dishes on her first celebrity crush, how she spends her downtime, and her go-to haircare products because we need the deets.
Get to know Ashley below.
xoNecole: Where are you from?
Ashley Versher: San Francisco - BAY AREAAAAAA!!!!
xoN: What was your first major acting role?
AV: A 49ers Super Bowl commercial - I think I was 3.
Ashley Versher
Johnny Marlow
xoN: Have you ever had an embarrassing or funny audition story? If so, what happened?
AV: Yes! I was doing a self-tape once and I forgot to take off my bonnet. But the tape was so good I sent it in anyway.
xoN: Your hair is gorgeous. What has it been like navigating Hollywood with natural hair?
AV: Thank you so much! Navigating Hollywood with natural hair has definitely been a journey of self-discovery. Early on, I had to make a conscious decision about how I wanted to show up—not just in this industry, but for myself. Once I fully embraced my natural hair and committed to the journey, everything else began to align. It’s been nothing short of empowering.
Navigating Hollywood with natural hair has definitely been a journey of self-discovery. Early on, I had to make a conscious decision about how I wanted to show up—not just in this industry, but for myself.
xoN: What are your favorite go-to hair products?
AV: Ooooooo, right now I’m loving Camille Rose’s Jai Twisting Butter—it’s super moisturizing and gives me a fun, bouncy twist-out! I’ve also recently gotten into oils, and I’m especially loving sweet almond oil.
xoN: We know you as an actress, but what is another special talent you have that most people don't know about?
AV: I trained as a classical violinist for 13/14years.
xoN: Who is your hero?
AV: My mom. She’s incredible - full stop.
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Johnny Marlow
xoN: How do you like to spend your down time?
AV: Ha! What’s that!? Jk jk, I love to travel, that’s honestly my favorite thing.
xoN: Who was your first celebrity crush?
AV: Prince.
xoN: What is your dream role?
AV: One day I will play a witch with Harry Potter-like powers!
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