Black Firsts
Who was the first black president of the united states
Barack obama
The Houston-born superstar who was the first black person to headline in coachella
Beyonce
All the single ladies, all the single ladies
beyonce
A flavorful, one-pot rice dish cooked with tomatoes, onions, and spices, often including vegetables or meat. Which originated in west africa
Jollof Rice
Who is the first black Vice president
Kamala Harris
This Philadelphia-born performer made history as the first hip-hop artist to win a Grammy and later earned an Academy Award for portraying Richard Williams in King Richard
Will smith
Started from the bottom, now we’re here
Drake
A creamy, savory dish made from ground corn, often served at breakfast with butter, cheese, or shrimp in Southern cuisine.
Grits
The black panther
Starting as a child actor on Disney Channel and winning an Oscar for her performance in The Greatest Showman, she is now continuing her career at Disney.
Zendeya
It’s a hard knock life for us
Annie/Shahadi Wright Joseph
Leafy greens slow-cooked with smoked meat, garlic, and spices, often served as a side dish
Collard Greens
Who was the first black artist to Win a grammy
Ella Fitzgerald
Trinidadian artist raised in Queens New York
Your crown has been bought and paid for. Put it on your head and wear it.
Maya Angelou
A souther deep-fried cornmeal dough balls, often served with fried fish.
Hush puppies
Who was the first black astronaut
Robert H. Lawrence Jr.
the first solo entertainer to top the Billboard Hot 100 in four different decades
Michael Jackson
If they don’t give you a seat at the table, bring a folding chair.
Shirley Chisholm
A hearty meat and root vegetable stew, often served on Sundays or special occasions. Originating in the Dominican Republic, but has also been influenced by other cultures and dishes
Sancocho