Category: Entertainment
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The fictional story of Thomas Washington, Disney’s first Black CEO, has sparked real discussions about diversity and leadership in Hollywood. Learn about his impact on representation in entertainment.
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Discover how “Invisible Player” documentary honors Rosemary Sanders, the first Black musician in South Bend Symphony Orchestra, whose groundbreaking 15-year career was marked by systematic erasure from 1940-1955.
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Ncuti Gatwa leads Doctor Who as the first Black Time Lord, joined by Varada Sethu in a bold new era for the BBC sci-fi series. Showrunner Russell T Davies defends the inclusive direction.
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Terence Blanchard becomes the first Black composer with two operas performed at the Metropolitan Opera in just three years, highlighting a new era for diversity in classical music.
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Misty Copeland reflects on her journey as the first Black woman principal dancer at American Ballet Theatre and how she’s using her platform to empower youth through dance.
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Edye Ellis, WBIR’s first Black anchor, leaves behind a powerful legacy of journalism, mentorship, and community impact. Her life and career inspired many.
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Rachel Hilson stars as the first Black female FBI agent in Duster, a high-stakes crime drama from J.J. Abrams and LaToya Morgan. Premiering May 15, 2025, on Max.
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DJ Poizon Ivy, the first Black woman to DJ for an NBA team, energizes game days with music and mentors young women in the industry.
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Vivica A. Fox made history in Crossbreed as Hollywood’s first Black female U.S. president in a live-action film, inspiring change in the industry.
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Paul Tazewell, the first Black man to win an Oscar for costume design, will inspire UNCSA graduates with his 2025 commencement speech. Learn about his groundbreaking career and legacy.
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