Category: Entertainment
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Willow Newell becomes the first Black woman to win Miss Wisconsin. Her strong voice, bold mission, and inspiring journey take center stage.
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Clovis Salmon, the UK’s first Black documentary filmmaker, documented Brixton’s Black community with his camera and bike. His legacy lives on through powerful footage and a treasured community archive.
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Beyoncé makes history with a $60M record at London’s Tottenham Stadium during her Cowboy Carter Tour. Learn how she broke her own records and more.
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Aubrey Brumfield becomes the first Black woman crowned as Ponchatoula’s Strawberry Festival Queen, leading the 54th celebration with pride.
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Dominique Thorne makes Marvel history as the first Black woman to lead a series with Ironheart, debuting June 24, 2025.
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Adrienne Warren makes history as the first Black woman to star in Broadway’s The Last Five Years. Learn why this casting is a game-changer.
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Branden Jacobs-Jenkins wins the 2025 Tony Award for Best Play with Purpose, becoming the first Black playwright honored in this category since 1987.
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Misty Copeland, the first Black woman to become a principal dancer at ABT, retires after 25 years, leaving a powerful legacy in ballet.
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Kara Young makes Broadway history as the first Black performer to win Tony Awards two years in a row for her powerful roles in Purpose and Purlie Victorious.
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Tramell Tillman stands out as the first Black actor likely to win the Emmy for Best Drama Supporting Actor. His work on Severance has captured attention ahead of the 2025 Emmy Awards.
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