Category: Entertainment
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How 19-year-old actress Storm Reid made history by winning her first Emmy for Best Guest Actress in a Drama Series, becoming the youngest winner ever in a guest acting category at the Emmys.
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The amazing story of Audra McDonald, the first African-American to play Carrie Pepperidge on Broadway. Explore her groundbreaking performance, Tony Award wins, and her enduring influence on Broadway’s diversity and inclusivity.
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The inspiring story of 7-year-old Paris Simone Sherra Epps, who made history by becoming the first African American to be crowned Tiny Miss Princess of America.
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How reality TV personality Princess Love made history as the first Black woman to win the Celebrity Poker Tournament in Las Vegas. Explore her journey from poker novice to triumphant champion, defeating athletes and influencers along the way,…
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The historic introduction of Franklin Armstrong, the first Black character in the “Peanuts” comic strip, through a new Apple TV+ special premiering February 16th.
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Discover how global superstar Beyoncé breaks boundaries by becoming the first African American female artist to top Apple Music’s US Country songs chart with her Surprise Country Project
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The unforgettable story of James Brown, the iconic funk pioneer who broke barriers by becoming the first Black American to own a private jet in 1966. Discover how his landmark purchase reshaped perceptions of Black wealth and excellence…
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The remarkable journey of Leo Sullivan, the legendary animator who created Hollywood’s first Black animation studio. From his humble beginnings to his influential career, Sullivan’s legacy continues to shape the animation industry today.
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How Rihanna made fashion history as the first Black woman to front a Dior campaign. Learn about her iconic role as a brand ambassador and the filming of the cinematic Secret Garden campaign at the Palace of Versailles.
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How Toto Bissainthe made history by establishing the first Black theatre company in Paris, Les Griots, in 1956. Discover her enduring legacy as a Haitian artist and theatre trailblazer, providing a platform for Black actors and stories in…
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