Black History in Pop Culture
The iconic singer, known for hits like "I Will Always Love You" and "The Greatest Love of All," was one of the best-selling music artists of all time.
Who is Whitney Houston?
This legendary jazz trumpeter recorded "What a Wonderful World" and is known as one of the greatest musicians of all time.
In 2008, he became the first Black President of the United States.
Who is Barack Obama?
This woman refused to give up her bus seat in Montgomery, Alabama, sparking a major civil rights movement.
Who is Rosa Parks?
He became the first Black player in Major League Baseball in 1947.
Who is Jackie Robinson?
This Superhero movie, released in 2018 became the first Marvel film with a predominantly Black cast
What is "Black Panther"?
This "Queen of Hip-Hop Soul" is known for songs like "Be Without You" and is a legend in R&B music.
Who is Mary J. Blige?
In 2021, she became the first Black woman to serve as Vice President of the United States.
Who is Kamala Harris?
He delivered the famous "I Have a Dream" speech in 1963.
Who is Martin Luther King Jr?
This gymnast has won multiple Olympic gold medals and is known for her record-breaking routines.
Who is Simone Biles?
This movie about a teacher who inspires a classroom of at-risk students was based on the book "The Freedom Writers Diary"
What is "Freedom Writers"?
This "Queen of Soul" became famous for her hit song "Respect" and was known for her powerful voice.
Who is Aretha Franklin?
He was the first Black Supreme Court Justice, appointed in 1967.
Who is Thurgood Marshall?
This organization, otherwise known as the NAACP, was founded in 1909, and fights for the civil rights and racial justice.
This track and field star won four gold medals at the 1936 Olympics, challenging Adolf Hitler's vision of racial superiority.
Who is Jesse Owens?
This animated series, featuring characters like Huey and Riley, was created by Aaron McGruder and aired on Adult Swim.
What is "The Boondocks"?
Known for his unique fusion of blues, soul, and jazz, this artist's album "Songs in the Key of Life" is regarded as a masterpiece.
Who is Stevie Wonder?
This woman became the first Black female self-made millionaire in the early 1900s.
Who is Madam C.J. Walker?
This Black abolitionist and former slave became a famous conductor on the Underground Railroad, helping hundreds escape to freedom.
Who is Harriet Tubman?
Who is Gabby Douglas?
This actress starred as Dorothy in "The Wiz," the 1978 film adaptation of the famous Wizard of Oz story.
Who is Diana Ross?
Known for his eclectic style, this artist's real name is Prince Rogers Nelson, and he was a pioneer in funk, rock, and pop music.
Who is Prince?
This Black woman was the first to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean in 1932.
Who is Bessie Coleman?
This landmark 1954 Supreme Court case ruled that racial segregation in public schools was unconstitutional.
What is Brown v. Board of Education?
This boxing legend, known as "The Greatest," was also an outspoken activist against the Vietnam War.
Who is Muhammad Ali?