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This icon was the first Black President of the United States.
Barack Obama
This Brooklyn born rapper became Hip-Hop's first Billionaire after merging music and business.
Jay-Z
Famously known for her line, "You get a car! You Get A Car! Everybody gets a car!"
Oprah Winfrey
Famously known for sneakers and his super-human ability to fly.
Michael Jordan
Most known for her role of inciting the Montgomery Bus Boycott, she is also honored by the U.S. Congress as "The First Lady of Civil Rights".
Rosa Parks
One of the most significant pop-culture figures, also known as "The King of Pop".
Michael Jackson
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This popular artist is also know as "The Queen of Soul".
Aretha Franklin
Responsible for fan favorites Scandal and Grey's Anatomy.
Shonda Rhimes
He is the first African-American to play in modern era MLB.
Jackie Robinson
This brave 6-year old became the first African-American student to integrate an elementary school in the south.
Ruby Bridges
This entrepreneur created a hair care line that led her to become the first female self-made millionaire in America.
Madam CJ Walker
This song was the first rap song ever aired on the radio.
Rapper's Delight by The Sugar Hill Gang
Creator, Host, and Producer of the dance and music show "Soul Train".
She was the first player to be signed to the WNBA.
Sheryl Swoopes
This activist devoted her life to free African-Americans from educational discrimination.
Mary McLeod Bethune
This icon's work includes "Still I Rise", "Phenomenal Woman", and "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings".
Maya Angelou
Nicknamed "Satchmo", this trumpeter is one of the most influential figures in Jazz.
Louis Armstrong
This filmmaker explores politics, race relations, issues within the black community, and more. Some of their work includes "Do The Right Thing", "Da 5 Bloods", "Malcom X", and "Crooklyn".
Spike Lee
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One of the fastest female U.S. Olympic track & field athletes also known for showcasing her personal style and acrylic nails on the field.
Flo Jo
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This activist organized the Little Rock Nine.
Daisy Bates
This gay rights icon, AIDS activist, and self-identified drag queen is notable for their involvement in the NY arts scene and Stonewall Uprising.
Marsha P. Johnson
This artist produced Michael Jackson's all-time best-selling album Thriller, as well as The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.
Quincy Jones
She was the first African-American woman to win an Oscar.
Hattie McDaniel
This athlete was the first African-American male to win the U.S. Open.
Arthur Ashe
This mother gave a face to the harsh reality of racism by showing the world her slain son.
Mamie Till