Category: Entertainment
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Discover how Arsenio Hall became the first Black late-night talk show host, revolutionizing TV entertainment with his unique style and diverse guest lineup.
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Clayton Stephenson, the first Black Van Cliburn finalist, opens Fredericksburg Music Club’s 99th year. Discover his inspiring journey from New York streets to international stages.
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Salli Richardson-Whitfield makes history as the first Black woman nominated for the Emmy Award for Outstanding Directing in a Drama Series for her work on the HBO series “Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty.”
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Ghanaian artist Black Sherif has become the first artist from Ghana to surpass 500 million streams on the leading African digital music platform, Boomplay, solidifying his status as a music industry trailblazer.
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Mati Diop makes history as the first black female filmmaker to premiere at Cannes with ‘Atlantique’, winning the Grand Prix and paving the way for diverse voices in cinema.
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Errollyn Wallen makes history as the first Black woman appointed Master of the King’s Music, bringing diversity to the British royal household and classical music scene.
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Swerve Strickland, AEW’s first Black World Champion, headlines All In London at Wembley Stadium. Learn about his historic reign and AEW’s commitment to diversity in wrestling.
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Hip-hop mogul Jay-Z has become the first owner of the exclusive $340,000 Bugatti Tourbillon Hyperwatch, a stunning timepiece that blends luxury and innovative design.
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Mickey Guyton, the first Black woman to host the ACM Awards and perform at the DNC, is bringing her groundbreaking country music to Wisconsin this fall. Learn about her historic achievements and her upcoming performance in Madison.
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Uncle Waffles makes history as the first Black woman to headline Brooklyn Mirage, showcasing amapiano’s global appeal and her meteoric rise in the music industry
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