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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Michelle Buteau is set to make history as the first Black woman to film a Netflix special at Radio City Music Hall, balancing a career and motherhood while championing diversity and empowerment.
Celia Cruz makes history as the first Afro-Latina on U.S. currency, joining four other trailblazing women in the 2024 American Women Quarters Program.
How Brian “Killah B” Bates made history as the first Black producer to top country charts with Beyoncé’s ‘Texas Hold ‘Em’, breaking barriers in the music industry.