TV Shows
This 90s sitcom followed Will as he moved from West Philly to live with his wealthy aunt and uncle in Bel-Air.
The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air
This rapper and mogul founded Roc-A-Fella Records and married Beyoncé.
Jay-z
This director created Do the Right Thing and Malcolm X.
Spike Lee
She was the first Black woman to win an Oscar for Best Actress.
Halle Berry
This comedy superstar rose to fame on “Saturday Night Live” and went on to star in hits like Coming to America, Dr. Dolittle, and Shrek.
Eddie Murphy
Raven Simone played a character psychic capabilities allowing her to see into the future in the Disney TV show
That's So Raven
Known as the “Queen of Soul,” she sang “Respect.”
Aretha Franklin
This Marvel film became the first superhero movie nominated for Best Picture at the Oscars.
Black Panther
She starred in Dreamgirls and Austin Powers. She also holds the record for the most Grammy nominations ever.
Beyoncé
Known as the “Queen of Comedy,” she became the first Black woman to win the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor in 2019.
Whoopi Goldberg
Issa Rae created and starred in this HBO series about friendship, growth, and awkward moments.
Insecure
This artist blended funk, rock, and soul and was known for his purple aesthetic.
Prince
She became the first Black woman to direct a film nominated for Best Picture (Selma)
Ava DuVernay
this dual changed the world with their sketch comedy show. The dual leader broke on to pursue different careers in acting and directing while also being known for many different guests our
Key and Peele
Known for his observational humor and storytelling, this comedian created and starred in the sitcom Everybody Hates Chris, inspired by his teenage years.
Chris Rock
This show starred Queen Latifah, Kim Coles, and Kim Fields as friends navigating life in a Brooklyn brownstone. also inspiring shows like friends to be created later on
Living Single
This singer became the youngest solo artist to headline Coachella in 2018.
Beyoncé
This actor won an Oscar for Training Day
Denzel Washington
This actress played Cookie Lyon on Empire and starred in Hidden Figures.
Taraji P. Henson
This comedian became a household name on Martin, playing multiple iconic characters like Sheneneh and Otis, and later starred in hit films like Big Momma’s House.
Martin Lawrence
Twin sisters, Halle Bailey and Chloe Bailey, got their start on the spinoff TV show
Grow-ish
This jazz legend’s album Kind of Blue is one of the best‑selling jazz records of all time
Miles Davis
This filmmaker created the horror hits Get Out and Us, and Nope
Jordan Peele
This legendary actress starred in What’s Love Got to Do With It and Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.
Angela Bassett
Known for his sharp political satire, he was the first Black cast member on Saturday Night Live and later created and starred in the acclaimed show The (this persons name) Show.
Bernie Mac