Category: Art
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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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Discover Danecha’ McKisset, Maryland’s pioneering Black female licensed eyebrow threading esthetician. Explore her journey in revolutionizing the beauty industry, empowering women of color, and setting new standards of excellence in eyebrow threading services
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Meet Giselle Byrd The First Black Transwoman To Lead A Regional Theater Company In The United States
The groundbreaking achievement of Giselle Byrd, the first openly Black transgender woman appointed as the Executive Director of Boston’s The Theater Offensive. Explore her vast expertise in theater and film, her historic role in the Tribeca Chanel Filmmaker…
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