Athletes
This track athlete was newly ranked the sixth-fastest woman of all time with a 100-meter time of 10.86 seconds at the 2020 United States Olympic Trials.
Who is - Shacarri Richardson
This American abolitionist and activist, known for guiding enslaved people to freedom through the Underground Railroad, was born in March 1822 and passed away in March 1913.
Who is - Harriet Tubman
What is - Rihanna
This talented actress starred in the hit TV series "Scandal" and has appeared in films like "Django Unchained" and "Save the Last Dance."
Who is - Kerry Washington
This model and television personality created and hosted the long-running reality competition series "America's Next Top Model."
Who is - Tyra Banks
This tennis superstar was the first to win a singles championship in the 31-year history of the U.S. Open era
Who is - Serena Williams
Who is - Claudette Colvin
This rising rap star, known for her confident and empowering lyrics, had a breakthrough year in 2020 with hits like "Savage"
Who is - Megan Thee Stallion
This acclaimed actress is known for her roles in films like "Fences" and "The Help"
Who is - Viola Davis
This Black makeup artist has created iconic looks for Rihanna, Naomi Campbell, and Lupita Nyong'o along with a recent campaign with Mason Margiela which resulted in the Porcelain Doll skin trend.
Who is - Pat McGrath
This gymnast is the most decorated American gymnast and a 7-time Olympic medalist.
Who is - Simone Biles
The first female self-made millionaire in US History, this Black woman was a pioneer in the black hair-care industry.
Who is - Madame CJ Walker
This controversial rapper has made headlines for her scandalous behavior, including claiming that musician Grimes "smells like a roll of nickels."
Who is - Azealia Banks
This acclaimed actress, known for her powerful performances in the "American Horror Story" anthology series and her role as Ramonda in the Marvel film "Black Panther," has been a prominent figure in Hollywood for decades.
Who is - Angela Basset
This supermodel was the first black woman to appear on the cover of French Vogue magazine.
Who is - Naomi Campbell
This female track icon was known for her long nails
Who is- Flo-Jo
This abolitionist and women's rights activist delivered a powerful speech challenging prevailing notions of racial and gender inequality with the question, "Ain't I a Woman?"
Who is - Sojourner Truth
This 22-year-old South African singer-songwriter made history in 2024 as the first person to win the inaugural Grammy Award for Best African Music Performance with her hit single "Water."
Who is - Tyla
This acclaimed actress, known for her breakout role in the FX series "The Bear," has become an internet sensation for her running joke about being Irish
Who is- Ayo Edibiri
This iconic supermodel was married to legendary musician David Bowie for over 20 years until his death in 2016, and has said she will never remarry.
Who is - Iman
This Japanese-Haitian tennis star has won multiple Grand Slam titles and is known for her powerful game and advocacy for mental health.
Who is - Naomi Osaka
This 6-year-old girl was the first African American child to desegregate the all-white William Frantz Elementary School in New Orleans in 1960, facing intense racism and threats.
Who is - Ruby Bridges
This "Queen of Soul" had a powerful voice that defined an era with songs like "Respect" and "Natural Woman."
Who is - Aretha Franklin
This black actress starred in "The Color Purple" and "Ghost," winning acclaim for her powerful performances.
Who is - Whoopi Goldberg
This Sudanese-American model was the first Black woman to be named the "IT Girl" by the Tumblr fashion blog The Sartorialist.
Who is - Anok Yai