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Chips Ahoy
This individual took the field in 1947, becoming the first black man to play in the baseball modern era. Thanks to his legacy as a civil rights advocate and athlete, is number 42 was retired across all MLB teams.
Jackie Robinson
This American actress, producer and TV host made her national debut in 1986 and has continued to make an impact in the world today. Decades of work include new book club recommendations, film roles, and her ongoing work for her foundation, a nonprofit that awards grants to empower and educate women and children around the world.
Oprah Winfrey
Going on its 37th season, eleven teams of two travel the globe to try to win a cash prize.
Amazing Race
Fruit pies were first created in the 1500s, as Queen Elizabeth is credited for this flavor. As much as America has made apple pie it's most popular, these red fruits have been consistent for pies, especially in the western part of the United States.
Cherry Pie
Pringles
Easily one of the most famous Black athletes in history, his boxing career started with a gold medal at the 1960 Olympic games. He was part of iconic fights including the Rumble in the Jungle and Thrilla in Manila. He made headlines for peace and civil rights, even going as far as refusing to be drafted into the military because he opposed the Vietnam War.
Muhammed Ali
This American comedian spent years perfecting his craft before finally getting to headline his own traveling tour in 2009, resulting in becoming one of America's highest grossing-comics. His "Laugh at my pain" city tour was one of the most successful tours of all time. By 2016, he received a star on the Hollywood Walk of fame. Today, he continues to do comedy but has included successful films in his work.
Kevin Hart
This TV series from 1999 features contestants who are chosen based on their ability to arrange 4 answers to a question in the correct order the fastest. From there, they have 15 multiple-choice questions, increasing in difficulty level, to win the prize money.
Who Wants to be a millionaire
This citrus pie is commonly found and eaten in Florida. It's tart taste and filling makes it unique, especially when the natural fruit comes from a specific part of Florida.
Key Lime Pie
Nature Valley
With 37 total medals, she is considered the most decorated gymnast in history. In 2020, she made headlines by withdrawing from competition to focus on her well-being, bringing global attention to the importance of athlete's mental health.
Simone Biles
This Academy-award winning actress and singer first gained exposure and a fan base as contestant on American Idol in 2004. She became the youngest woman and third African American recipient to win all four major American entertainment awards. After serving as a vocal coach on a TV show, as of 2022 she has hosted her own talk show.
Jennifer Hudson
This American TV series started in 2011 featuring four of today's biggest musical icons as coaches to discover talent, train them and compete them against each other to find the next big star.
The Voice
Originally from England, it was brought over to the United States by people migrating to the New World. This type of savory pie has a filling in the middle, most commonly a protein with the addition of potatoes. They say it's the perfect comfort food with its flaky crust
Chicken Pot Pie
Found over a century ago by an Italian immigrant, this American snack food company is now owned by Hormel Foods. This brand is best known for its processed nut products and its iconic mascot, which was designed by a 14-year-old student. Consumers have enjoyed the variety of products that also include seed products, cheez balls and cheez curls.
Planters
This track runner and long jumper is known for his victories at the 1936 Olympic Games, winning four gold medals. Despite success, he faced racial discrimination in the US, not being invited to the White House and struggling to find endorsement deals. Despite the hardships, he managed to be a sports and civil rights icon.
Jesse Owens
This individual from Atlanta is one of the most commercially successful African American filmmakers in history. His studio which opened in 2008 because the first major film studio in the nation to be solo owned by an African American. In 2005, his first feature film, "Diary of a Mad black Woman" debuted number one at the box office. With that film, led to his first TV show "House of Payne" on TBS.
Tyler Perry
American Ninja Warrior
At the turn of the century, these fruits, known for its potassium were still being marketed as an exotic fruit in America and cookbooks were coming up with creative new ways to use them. This pie utilizes custard, whipped cream and the fruit to create this pie.
Banana Cream Pie
This American manufacturer of food and beverage was founded in 1897 by an individual in Ohio who was originally selling apple cider and apple butter from his wagon. As the company grew, it branched off into three major business units, consumer foods, pet foods and coffee. The main brand is responsible for producing fruit preserves, peanut butter, syrups, frozen sandwiches and ice cream toppings. As of 2023, they recently acquired the rights to the Hostess brand, which expands their company even more.
Smucker's
The first black man to win a Grand Slam in Tennis, this individual was a champion and an influential advocate for civil rights. He was also very outspoken about raising HIV awareness. Despite his legal issues, including being arrested for confronting Nelson Mandela, during a protest in Washington, he was considered one of the best to do it, finishing with 33 titles.
Arthur Ashe
This English actor, producer and musician first gained recognition playing a drug dealer on the HBO series "The Wire". After appearing in a few films, he earned a Golden Globe in 2012 for best actor. As a DJ, he has collaborated by some big artists such as Jay-Z. As of recent, he's been a part of the Sonic film franchise and named on the Time Magazine 100 list of most influential people.
Idris Elba
Hell's Kitchen
Mississippi Mud Pie