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Civil rights leader known for his “I Have a Dream” speech.
Who is Martin Luther King Jr?
This “Queen of Soul” sang Respect, making it an anthem for empowerment.
Who is Aretha Franklin?
Sparked by Rosa Parks’ refusal to give up her seat.
What is the Montgomery Bus Boycott?
Marvel film celebrating Afrofuturism and African culture.
What is Black Panther?
First Black female millionaire in the U.S.
Who is Madam C.J. Walker?
Pulitzer Prize–winning rapper known for socially conscious lyrics.
Who is Kendrick Lamar?
Commemorates the end of slavery in the U.S.
Juneteenth
A 2000 movie about romance and sports drama featuring African American love and athletic culture.
What is Love & Basketball?
Tennis champion who uses her platform for mental health and activism.
Who is Naomi Osaka?
Motown legend, known for Superstition and Isn’t She Lovely.
Who is Stevie Wonder?
Cultural holiday celebrating African heritage, founded in 1966.
What is Kwanzaa?
Starring Ice Cube and Chris Tucker, a day-in-the-life comedy in South Central LA.
What is Friday?
This Illinois native bridged streetwear and high fashion designer and made history as Louis Vuitton’s first Black artistic director of menswear.
Who is Virgil Abloh?
This artist’s song This Is America sparked conversations about gun violence and systemic racism.
Who is Childish Gambino?
Cultural performances tied to Black fraternities and sororities.
In 1997, this singer became the first Black Cinderella in a Disney TV movie, while the fairy godmother was voiced by this legendary R&B singer.
Who are Brandy and Whitney Houston?
Who said "But I'm trying to give you a million dollars worth of game for $9.99"
Who is Jay-Z?
Black Panther leader from Chicago, assassinated in 1969; key figure in civil rights and Black empowerment.
Who is Fred Hampton?
Key voting rights protest.
What is the Selma to Montgomery March?
Epic miniseries showing the story of African American history across generations.
What is Roots?