Category: Entertainment
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Guillaume Diop, son of a Senegalese father, became Paris Opera’s first Black Etoile dancer at just 23, redefining excellence in ballet.
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Kerry Washington, Emmy-winning actress and activist, receives a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, celebrating her trailblazing role in Scandal and her long career in film and TV.
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LFJ, a Black-owned fashion brand by Juliet Olanipekun, makes its historic debut at Thailand Fashion Week, celebrating culture, diversity, and innovative design in the global fashion industry.
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Allan Louis makes history as the first Black actor to lead My Fair Lady at the Shaw Festival, reflecting on his transition from understudy to the leading role and the significance of his performance.
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Sidney Poitier made history as the first Black man to win the Academy Award for Best Actor in 1964, breaking barriers in Hollywood despite racial divides. His victory paved the way for future generations.
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Discover Alicia Graf Mack’s inspiring journey from childhood dance dreams to becoming Juilliard’s first Black Dance Director, overcoming significant challenges.
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Beyoncé will headline Netflix’s first-ever NFL Christmas Gameday halftime show on December 25, 2024. Fans can expect an unforgettable performance featuring tracks from her record-breaking COWBOY CARTER album.
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Brittani McLaurin makes history as TCU’s first Black Spirit Director, leading the Showgirls to greater diversity and inspiring change in university athletics.
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Whoopi Goldberg launches the groundbreaking All Women’s Sports Network (AWSN), providing a dedicated platform for female athletes, teams, and leagues around the world to receive unprecedented visibility and celebration.
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Discover how Bryant Gumbel redefined morning TV as the first Black host of a network show, inspiring future journalists.
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