Ashanti, Lauryn Hill, And Nas Surprise Fans On ESSENCE Fest Friday

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Thousands of music fans at the ESSENCE Fest were treated to surprise after surprise this Friday in New Orleans.  Wyclef Jean’s performance turned into a Fugees reunion when Lauryn Hill popped out unexpectedly.  The crowd cheered to see them together, knowing their estranged relationship over the years.  Wyclef also took the time to shoutout Young Thug and Gunna – both currently detained on RICO charges – in a call for prison reform.  Ashanti also went beyond fan expectations when she invited legendary Trinidadian soca singer Machel Montano to the ESSENCE stage.  And the fun continued when rap icon Nas touched down.  Up next – Nicki Minaj, Janet Jackson, New Edition – so check back for more ESSENCE Fest surprises all weekend.