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Read MoreCelebrating The Legendary Smokey Robinson
Post by J-Nicks in Looking Black on Feb 26, 2010 at 7:15 amThe legendary Smokey Robinson has been a pillar in the African American music scene since the inception of Motown. Follow us as we celebrate Smokey Robinson during this Black History month.
Read MoreAlthea Gibson was the first african american to win in the US Open, paving the way for Venus and Serena. Follow us as we celebrate Althea during Black History Month.
Read MoreTaraji P. Henson: From Howard U To Hollywood’s A-List
Post by J-Nicks in Looking Black on Feb 23, 2010 at 9:00 amTaraji P. Henson is one of today’s brightest African-American actresses stacking up a long list of movie credits and awards. Her story and accomplishments are highlighted here in honor of Black History Month.
Read MoreDenzel Washington: An Actor That Transcends Time
Post by J-Nicks in Looking Black on Feb 23, 2010 at 9:00 amWe honor Denzel Washington for Black History Month 2010 for his vast contributions to the arts as one of our greatest American actors. How well do you think you know Denzel? Take our trivia quiz and test your “fanism.”
Read MoreAngela Davis Black Activist and legendary Black Panther, still is active today speaking and uplifting the African American community. Follow us as we celebrate Angela Davis.
Read MoreWe all know Judge Greg Mathis from his TV Court show, but do we really know Judge Greg Mathis? Check out his story of triumph here.
Read MoreThe First African American To Win A Medal In The Winter Olympics – Vonetta Flowers
Post by J-Nicks in Looking Black on Feb 16, 2010 at 8:00 amVonetta Flowers will go down in the history books as the first African American male or female to win a medal in the Winter Olympics. Read her story and check out some footage from her historical day.
Read MoreCelebrating The Legendary Diahann Carroll
Post by J-Nicks in Looking Black on Feb 12, 2010 at 7:15 amDiahann Carroll master of stage and screen has paved the way for all African American actors making strides in areas unheard of for her time. She has went from being the first African American female to have her own television series; to being the first African American actress to star on the legendary TV show Dynasty. Diahann Carroll is definitely a legend of her time and we celebrate her during Black History Month.
Read MoreMarc Decoca feat. Stuey Rock – Booty “WHAT’S IT GONNA BE” official music video. With appearances by Jazzy Phae and more.
Read MoreTennis Phenomenons Venus & Serena Williams
Post by J-Nicks in Looking Black on Feb 10, 2010 at 1:00 pmVenus and Serena Williams have been on top of their game for a long time, and have made a name for themselves in more than just the tennis world. Serena with her own fashion line and the two of them becoming part owners of the Miami Dolphins. Take a look back at how the sisters started their career here.
Read MoreThe First Black Female Aviator: Bessie Coleman
Post by J-Nicks in Looking Black on Feb 8, 2010 at 1:11 pmBessie Coleman, the daughter of a poor, southern, African American family, became one of the most famous women and African Americans in aviation history. “Brave Bessie” or “Queen Bess,” as she became known, faced the double difficulties of racial and gender discrimination in early 20th-century America but overcame such challenges to become the first African American woman to earn a pilot’s license. Read more on her story here.
Read MoreAfrican American Country Singer – Darius Rucker
Post by J-Nicks in Looking Black on Feb 8, 2010 at 12:07 pmRemember Hootie & The Blow Fish? See what lead singer Darius Rucker is up to now.
Read MoreThe Author That Changed African American History – Alex Haley
Post by J-Nicks in Looking Black on Feb 4, 2010 at 11:29 amAlex Haley, a master story teller brought us our first glimpse into the lives of slaves with his critically acclaimed book Roots. Read about Mr. Haley’s story here.
Read MoreAfrican American Directors: Albert And Allen Hughes
Post by J-Nicks in Looking Black on Feb 3, 2010 at 3:11 pmIdentical twin brothers Albert and Allen Hughes became celebrities when they completed their first feature-length movie, Menace II Society. Their age when the film was released in May of 1993–they had just turned 21–put them in the company of celebrated young black directors like John Singleton, who was 23 in 1991 when Boyz N the Hood was released. Read their amazing story here.
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