Jazz Artists
This artist is nicknamed "The Founding Father" of Jazz.
Who is Louis Armstrong?
This famous actor was recently featured during Kendrick Lamar's halftime show.
Who is Samuel L. Jackson?
This activist is nicknamed "The First Lady of Civil Rights".
Who is Rosa Parks?
This famous tennis player is the most decorated for both the men's and women's leagues.
Who is Serena Williams?
This famous comedian from Philly is a two-time celebrity All-Star game champion, while only being 5'4.
Who is Kevin Hart?
This artist was called the "Queen of Jazz".
Who is Ella Fitzgerald?
This late actor was quickly becoming an icon in the film industry before his passing, where he put up historic awards and records before he ultimately passed. His most iconic role has recently been permanently retired, yet his story in that universe is still being told.
Who is Chadwick Boseman?
Who is Jesse Jackson?
This athlete was the first to ever win three consecutive Gold Medals in the 100m Sprint.
Who is Usain Bolt?
This comedian was once confused for an actual Prince on the set of "Coming to America".
Who is Eddie Murphy?
This artist/composer was the first African American to appear Solo on a coin in the US.
Who is Duke Ellington?
This actor originally started his career as a rapper, before becoming the "Prince" of a rich suburb outside LA.
Who is Will Smith?
This civil rights leader shares the same name as a monk who created the protestant church
Who is Martin Luther King?
This former basketball legend has the most rings in NBA history with 11 total Finals wins.
Who is Bill Russell?
Who is Tyler Perry?
This jazz icon is one of the most famous in the industry due to his impairment and phenomenal piano skills
Ray Charles
This actor is one of, if not the most decorated actors of all time. He has one awards for Acting and Directing in the film industry, as well as Tony's for is acting on Stage.
Who is Denzel Washington?
This activist was not only a leader for African American rights, but also Islamic rights.
Who is Malcolm X?
This NBA player was the all-time scoring leader up until this past year when LeBron passed him.
Who is Kareem Abdul-Jabbar?
This comedian started off as an Actor on "Saturday Night Live", before eventually becoming a writer for the show and eventual director in Hollywood.
Who is Tracy Morgan?
This innovative saxophonist is a native of North Carolina, and even appeared in a portrait during the first Black Panther movie.
Who is John Coltrane?
This voice acting legend's most recognizable character was originally created in the 70's. The staple of said character is just how loud he breathes. He recently made history just before he passed away as the first actor to ever sign a contract stating his voice could be ai generated into movies, meaning his iconic villain still has many more stories to be told.
Who is James Earl Jones?
This social rights activist worked crucially with Martin Luther King. Most people don't realize that while Martin was the voice and the face, this person was the brains and organizer of it all.
Who is Ralph Abernathy?
This athlete was the first African American Quarterback to win a Superbowl.
Who is Doug Williams?
This tv show game host started his career as a stand-up comedian from Atlanta.
Who is Steve Harvey?