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This animated Disney movie, released in 2009, featured the first Black Disney princess, Tiana.
What is The Princess and the Frog?
This Houston-born superstar made history in 2023 by becoming the most awarded artist in Grammy history.
Who is Beyoncé?
This track and field sprinter set social media on fire with her bold personality and bright hair but was controversially left off the 2021 Olympic team.
Who is Sha’Carri Richardson?
In 2008, this politician became the first Black president of the United States.
Who is Barack Obama?
This beloved comfort food, made with pasta and a rich cheese sauce, is a must-have at Black family gatherings.
What is fried chicken?
In 2022, this Marvel sequel honored the legacy of a late actor and introduced the first female "Black Panther".
What is Black Panther: Wakanda Forever?
This singer, known for hits like "Humble" and "Money Trees", made history as the first Black rapper to headline the Super Bowl Halftime Show solo in 2025.
Who is Kendrick Lamar?
This NBA superstar is the all-time leading scorer in NBA history and has been outspoken on social justice issues.
Who is LeBron James?
This 1863 decree issued by President Abraham Lincoln declared the "freedom" of slaves in Confederate states.
What is the "Emancipation Proclamation"?
Small intestines of pigs, though cow, lamb, goose and goat may also be used in this popular Southern dish.
What are Chitlins?
This award-winning actress starred in "Nope", "Hustlers", and was the first Black woman to play "Cinderella" on Broadway.
Who is Keke Palmer?
Which legendary jazz musician, known for his virtuosity on the trumpet, became one of the most influential figures in jazz history and recorded iconic tracks like "What a Wonderful World"
Who is Louis Armstrong?
African American track and field athlete who won four gold medals at the 1936 Olympic Games.
Who is Jessie Owens?
The first Black military pilots in U.S. history. During World War II, they were best known for escorting bombers in this type of aircraft, earning them a reputation for excellence in combat.
Who were The Tuskegee Airmen?
This iconic hot sauce, often found on the tables of Black families, was created in 1968 by a Black-owned company and has become a staple in soul food cuisine.
What is Frank's RedHot?
The first Black woman to perform the halftime show at the Super Bowl.
Who is Ella Fitzgerald?
This rapper became the first Black woman to win Best New Artist at the Grammys since Lauryn Hill in 1999.
Who is Megan Thee Stallion?
In 2016, this former NFL quarterback sparked a national conversation about racial injustice by kneeling during the national anthem.
Who is Colin Kaepernick?
This all-Black Female unit played a crucial role during World War ll, ensuring mail reached U.S. soldiers in Europe under extremely difficult conditions.
What is The Six Triple Eight?
A strongly flavored stock, meat or shellfish (or sometimes both), a thickener, and the Creole "holy trinity":celery, bell peppers, and onions.
What is Gumbo?
In 1954, this actress became the first Black person to win a Tony Award for her portrayal of "Bloody Mary" in the musical South Pacific.
Who is Juanita Hall?
This hip-hop mogul is one of the founders of Death Row Records and is often credited with shaping West Coast rap.
Who is Dr. Dre?
This person was the first woman to win three gold medals at the 1960 Olympic Games.
Who is Wilma Rudolph?
In 1961, this NASA mathematician's calculations were crucial to the success of the first U.S. manned spaceflights; who was also known as a "human computer".
Who was Katherine Johnson?
This enslaved African man is credited with popularizing peanut butter in the United States.