Music
Uh oh, don't say anything bad about this performer! Because the "Beyhive" will come for you!
Who is Beyonce?
This media mogul had her own talk show for 25 years and went on to spearhead her own magazine and TV network
Who is Oprah Winfrey?
Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee!
Who is Mohammed Ali?
Our beloved 44th President of the United States
Who is Barack Obama?
Serving as a nurse for over 30 years, she was the first black woman to complete the nursing program at Jacksonville State University
Who is Mary Hooks?
This musical genius known for hits such as "Purple Rain" and Raspberry Beret" died on April 21, 2016
Who is Prince?
This couple from Henry Street COC just started their own business Pastime Peanuts
Who are Niko and Dionne Vandiber?
This senior who plays basketball for Gadsden City High School reached the 1,000 point threshold in December 2018
Who is Dee Pearson?
This 2020 presidential frontrunner and current U.S. Senator was the District Attorney for the state of California
Who is Kamala Harris?
Currently the oldest member of our congregation
Who is Marie Terrell?
Singer Robin Thicke was taken to court by the estate of this Motown artist for violating copyright laws for the song, "Gotta Give It Up"
Who is Marvin Gaye?
This former basketball player for the Lakers owns several movie theaters in Los Angeles
Who is Earvin "Magic" Johnson?
This NFL player recently settled a lawsuit with the organization regarding his "kneeling" position during the Pledge of Allegiance
Who is Colin Kaepernick?
This Gadsden native became the first black commissioner for Etowah County; 2 of his great-grandchildren were born in Orlando, Florida and attend Henry Street COC
Who is Lawrence Presley?
According to her granddaughter ShaRita, "Everyone needs a ......"
Who is Bessie Andre Kyle?
This rapper who often collaborated with Dr. Dre has a cooking show on VH1 with Martha Stewart
Who is Snoop Dog?
This movie maker and playwright has his own studio and production company in Atlanta. Don't mess with Madea!
Who is Tyler Perry?
Born in Alabama, this track and field star won 4 gold Olympic medals in 1936
Who is Jesse Owens?
This former First Lady invited opera singer Marian Anderson to sing on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in 1939
Who is Eleanor Roosevelt?
Richard Hooks, Ruben Mitchell, William Kyle, Antwan Terrell, and Desmond Mitchell all attended this HBCU
What is Alabama State University?
This jazz musician from New Orleans blew his trumpet with such force that he had to step out of the doorway while recording.
Who is Louis Armstrong?
Born in Arkansas, this businessman is the founder of Jet and Ebony magazine
Who is John H. Johnson?
This former Boston Celtics player has more championship rings than any other player in the NBA. He recently celebrated his 85th birthday.
Who is Bill Russell?
First black woman to run for President in 1972, her slogan was "Unbought and Unbossed"
Who is Shirley Chisholm?
Bro. Richard Hooks' favorite poem
What is "Thanatopsis"?