Author: Yaw Agbey
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Discover how Francine Gálvez became Europe’s first Black female news anchor, breaking barriers in Spanish media and paving the way for diversity in broadcasting.
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Josh Liendo makes history as the first Black Canadian swimmer to win an Olympic medal, securing silver in the 100-metre butterfly at the 2024 Paris Games.
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Glenn Charles Jr. makes history as the first Black contractor overseeing major DNC infrastructure, leading minority inclusion efforts at the Chicago convention.
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Manika Gamble aims to be the first African American to complete the 4 Deserts Grand Slam Plus, pushing limits and inspiring representation in ultra-marathon running.
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Trisha Goddard makes history as the first Black woman to lead ITV’s Good Morning Britain, marking a significant moment for diversity in UK broadcasting.
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Michelle Buteau is set to make history as the first Black woman to film a Netflix special at Radio City Music Hall, balancing a career and motherhood while championing diversity and empowerment.
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Celia Cruz makes history as the first Afro-Latina on U.S. currency, joining four other trailblazing women in the 2024 American Women Quarters Program.
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Sereena Quick makes history as the first Black woman to own a Chick-fil-A franchise in PA, NJ, and DE, breaking barriers and inspiring diversity in business ownership.
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Killah B Makes History as First Black Producer to Top Country Charts with Beyoncé’s ‘Texas Hold ‘Em’
How Brian “Killah B” Bates made history as the first Black producer to top country charts with Beyoncé’s ‘Texas Hold ‘Em’, breaking barriers in the music industry.
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Dr. Kwabena Frimpong-Boateng, the first Black surgeon to perform a heart transplant, pioneered Ghana’s National Cardiothoracic Centre and continues to inspire African healthcare.
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