Silver Screen Divas
In 2004 this Houston native became the first black actress to win the Tony Award for "Best Actress in a Play" for her role in the revival of A Raisin in the Sun. Other notable roles include Grandmother Journey in Jingle Jangle and Clair Huxtable from The Cosby Show
Who is Phylicia Rashad?
As of 2020, she is the only solo artist besides Mariah Carey to have hit No. 1 in four different decades.
Who is Beyoncé?
This Baltimore native Set It Off as an actress first then formed her rock group Wicked Wisdom in 2002.
Who is Jada Pinkett Smith?
Erykah Badu was fined $500 and charged with a misdemeanor for public nudity during the filming of her music video for this song.
What is Window Seat?
Viola Davis starred in the 2020 film adaptation of this August Wilson play as the titular character.
What is Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom?
This R&B singer is known as the “Godmother of Soul”. She became a mainstream solo star in 1984 following the success of the singles "If Only You Knew", "Love, Need and Want You”
Who is Patti LaBelle?
This Actress received a Golden Globe Award nomination for her breakout performance as Josephine Baker in the HBO biographical film The Josephine Baker Story
Who is Lynn Whitfield?
This Jazz singer nicknamed "Lady Day" has won four Grammy Awards, posthumously, for Best Historical Album. She was most known for her vocal delivery and improvisational skills.
Who is Billie Holiday?
The actress born Delloreese Patricia Early, professionally known as Della Reese was costars with Richard Pryor, Red Fox and Eddie Murphy in this American comedy drama.
What is Harlem Nights?
Big Mama Thornton recorded this song long before Elvis or Janis Joplin. Recently, the version was sampled by Dojo Cat in her song Vegas
What is Hound Dog?