Black Authors
This writer performed her work on Beyonce's 2014 song "Flawless."
Who is Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie?
Who said, “You get a car, you get a car, everybody gets a car!”
Who is Oprah Winfrey?
This person's life’s work was an inspiration for Souls, which is a critical journal of Black politics, culture, and society.
Who is W.E.B DuBois?
Missouri's first Black Congresswoman.
Who is Cori Bush?
Beyonce's husband.
Who is Jay Z?
Author of “How to be Antiracist,” “Antiracist Baby” and STAMPED: Racism, Antiracism, and You.”
Who is Ibram Kendi?
Who said, "I had given up my seat before, but this day, I was especially tired. Tired from my work as a seamstress, and tired from the ache in my heart."
Who is Rosa Parks?
First African-American woman to earn a doctorate in psychology. Her dissertation was on the psychology harm from racism to Black children learning in integrated schools.
Who is Inez Beverly Prosser?
She was the first black woman to direct a Marvel Film.
Who is Nia DeCosta?
These people performed for Super Bowl LVI.
Who are; Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Mary J. Blige, Kendrick Lamar, and 50 Cent?
Creator of the 6th volume of the "Black Panther" series.
Who is Ta-Nehisi Coates?
Who said, "I don't want a Black History Month. Black history is American History.
Who is Morgan Freeman?
First-ever vice president of Planned Parenthood and later co-founded the African-American Education Leadership Group.
Who is Naomi Grey?
Won an Academy Award for the best animated short film in 2021 under the title, "Dear Basketball."
Who is Kobe Bryant?
Albums from this performer include, B-Day, I am… Sasha Fierce, 4, and Lemonade.
Who is Beyonce?
The novel "Roots" was based on which author's family's history dating back to slavery days.
Who is Alex Haley?
Who said, "Never be limited by other people's imaginations."
Who is Mae Jemison?
Cambridge University's first Black American to earn a Ph.D known for his pioneering theories of African/African American literature.
Who is Henry Louis Gates Jr.?
The only Black woman to lead a Fortune 500 firm and Walgreens' next CEO.
Who is Rosalind Brewer?
This singer/songwriter is known for his four beat count in his music.
Who is Pharell Williams?
Self Described as, “Black, Lesbian, mother, warrior poet who dedicated her life to addressing injustices of racism, sexism, classism, and homophobia.
Who is Audre Lorde?
Who said, "I swear to the Lord, I still can't see why democracy means everybody but me."
Who is Langston Hughes?
Creator of Kwanzaa, a holiday designed to celebrate and honor ancient African cultures and values.
Who is Maulana Karenga?
Lead scientist on the Moderna Covid-19 vaccine team.
Who is Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett?
Elvis Pressley stole the song "Hound Dog" from this musician.
Who is Big Mama Thornton?