Category: Art
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The remarkable journey of Bernadine Anderson, Hollywood’s first Black female union makeup artist. Learn about her trailblazing career, the challenges she faced, and her enduring legacy as a pioneer in the entertainment industry.
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The remarkable story of Kitty Black Perkins, the visionary designer behind the first Black Barbie doll. Learn how she broke barriers, injected diversity into the iconic toy line, and inspired generations of young girls.
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How Mattel made history by creating Christie, the first Black doll, in 1968, paving the way for improved representation and diversity in the Barbie universe. Learn about the impact of Christie’s creation and the legacy it left in…
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Veronica Webb, the trailblazing African-American model who made history by signing an exclusive beauty contract with Revlon in 1992.
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The remarkable journey of 5-year-old gymnast Nova Leanna Davidson, who achieved a first-place triumph at her debut gymnastics meet. Explore her impressive all-around performance, her meeting with idol Simone Biles, and her journey towards competitive excellence at such…
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The captivating story of Donyale Luna, the first notable Black woman featured on the cover of Harper’s Bazaar. Explore her trailblazing journey in the fashion world, breaking racial barriers and achieving supermodel fame in the 1960s.
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The remarkable journey of Hana S. Sharif, the first Black artistic director of Arena Stage, as she takes on the leadership role at this renowned theater company. Explore her long-held dream, seasoned leadership, and commitment to evolving theater…
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The remarkable story of Leslie Garland Bolling, the first Black artist to be featured in a single-artist exhibition in Virginia. Learn about his journey as a self-taught wood sculptor, his celebrated “Days of the Week” series, and his…
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The life of Naomi Sims, the trailblazing model who made history as the first Black model on the cover of Ladies’ Home Journal. Explore how Sims overcame racial barriers in the modeling industry and expanded beauty ideals through…
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The groundbreaking achievement of India Bradley, the first Black ballerina in 75 years to dance the role of Dewdrop in George Balanchine’s “The Nutcracker” at the New York City Ballet. Learn about Bradley’s journey from training at the…
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