Black Entertainers
Who plays Madea in her movies and TV shows?
Tyler Perry
This African American holiday was created in 1966 by Dr. Maulana Karenga.
Kwaanza
A previous talk show host and producer of the new movie, "The Color Purple"
Oprah Winfrey
Who is the most decorated gymnast of all time?
Simone Biles
This author wrote the bestselling memoir, "I Know Why the Cage Bird Sings."
Maya Angelou
This female powerhouse from Houston delivered hits like “I Wanna Dance With Somebody” and starred in The Bodyguard.
Whitney Houston
Which Amendment abolished slavery in the US?
13th Amendment
This singer created her own beauty brand, "Fenty Beauty."
Rihanna
Which professional Basketball player is currently playing on a team with his son?
LeBron James
What is Boston's BelBivDevoe's biggest hit?
What is J.Cole's first name?
Jermaine?
Where is the National Museum of African American History and Culture located?
Washington, DC.
This black comedian was the first comedian to headline and sell out an NFL stadium for a stand-up comedy show?
Kevin Hart
This quarterback became the first Black QB to win both NFL MVP and Super Bowl MVP in the same season
Patrick Mahomes
This NBA professional won 5 NBA championships, was an 18 time All-Star, two-time NBA Finals MVP and much more while playing for the LA Lakers
Kobe Bryant
This rapper wrote Hit 'Em Up as a diss track targeted towards the Notorious BIG.
Tupac Shakur
In 1967, Thurgood Marshall was announced as the first African American to serve in what?
The Supreme Court
This FUBU founder is now a Shark on Shark Tank.
Daymond John
Known as the fastest woman in the world, this American sprinter won four medals at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, including gold in the 4×100 relay.
Sha’Carri Richardson
These two celebrities starred in the 2025 film One Of Them Days.
SZA and Keke Palmer
Whoopi Goldberg
What was Malcolm X's birth name?
Malcolm Little
What rapper and producer founded Beats?
Dr. Dre
This Brazilian forward, widely considered one of the greatest soccer players ever, led his country to three World Cup titles.
Pelé
This author of Beloved won the Pulitzer Prize in 1988 and is considered one of America’s greatest novelists.
Toni Morrison