Category: Entertainment
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Paul Tazewell dazzled Hollywood as the first Black man to win Best Costume Design at the 97th Academy Awards for Wicked. His win marks a significant milestone for diversity in film.
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Anna Bailey became one of the first Black showgirls in Las Vegas, performing at the Moulin Rouge and paving the way for Black entertainers.
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Camilla Williams made history as the first Black woman to star at the New York City Opera in 1946. Learn about her groundbreaking career and lasting legacy.
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In 2024, Searit Huluf made history as the first Black woman to direct a Pixar stop-motion short, Self. Discover how her film broke barriers in animation.
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Bun B, the first Black Houstonian to headline RodeoHouston, prepares for his 2025 Birthday Bonanza on Black Heritage Day. Don’t miss this historic celebration!
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Tshego Gaelae makes history as the first Black woman to win the Mrs World title. Learn about her journey, advocacy, and the impact of her groundbreaking victory.
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Beyoncé makes history as the first Black artist to win Best Country Album at the 2025 GRAMMYs with COWBOY CARTER. Discover her inspiring journey and groundbreaking achievements.
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Discover how Louis Armstrong became the first Black pop star, revolutionizing jazz and popular music with his groundbreaking trumpet playing and scat singing.
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Soul Rep Theatre honors the first Black theater troupe in the U.S. with a powerful production of Richard III. Learn about the African Grove Theatre’s groundbreaking legacy.
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Roxanne Shante becomes the first solo female MC to receive the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, honoring her pioneering impact on hip-hop and her iconic track “Roxanne’s Revenge.”
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