This Labor Day, Van and Rachel are bringing you a brand-new segment called the Van LaTEN! This time, they count down the top 10 Black beauties of the ’90s. Let us know if your pick makes the cut!

Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay

Producer: Ashleigh Smith

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