Famous Women in History
One of the most prominent and poignant abolitionist figures in American History. She led over 300 enslaved people to freedom as an Underground Railroad conductor, spy, cook, and nurse during the Civil War.
Who is Harriet Tubman?
Born into a musical family in Newark, New Jersey the daughter of a gospel star. She began singing in the choir at her church. She was known as an actress, singer, and producer. She starred in The Preacher's Wife and The Bodyguard. She is known for several hit singles such as Saving All My Love For You, How Will I Know, Where Do Broken Hearts Go, and I Wanna Dance With Somebody. Who is she?
Who is Whitney Houston?
Born in The Bronx New York, African-American actress, television show producer and film director who is known for her roles in Scandal, Ray, the Tim Story Fantastic Four film series, Mr. and Mrs. Smith, Confirmation, Django Unchained, Little Fires Everywhere, The Six Triple Eight, Cars 3 and The Last King of Scotland. Who is she?
Who is Kerry Washington?
One of three brilliant sisters, writers of the 19th century, each of whom died while relatively young. Her best-know work is the novel Jane Eyre, which drew from her own experience as a student in an inhumane school as a governess.
Who is Charlotte Bronte?
Nominated by President Reagan, she was the first woman to serve as a U.S. Supreme Court Justice. A moderate conservative, she was considered a swing vote.
Who is Sandra Day O'Conor?
One of the most influential female artists of the 20th century. Her self-portraits are some of the most recognizable images. Her striking and distinctive works combine an exploration of gender, class and identity symbols from the nation's cultural history. She has gone on to become an important figure for social causes including feminism, and LGBTQ rights!
Who is Frida Kahlo?
This British singer-songwriter has sold millions of albums worldwide and is known for songs such as Rolling in the deep, Someone Like You, and Hello. Her debut album was titled 19, she picked up the 2009 Grammy for Best New Artist. To date she has 16 Grammys and one Oscar. Who is she?
Who is Adele?
Born in Coatzacoalcos, Mexico known for staring in Frida, Wild Wild West, and Desperado. She started out in the telenovela Teresa. Who is she?
Who is Salma Hayek?
A famous English writer, famous for penning the horror classic Frankenstein (1818), which has since been regarded as the first science fiction novel. Some of her other works include Six Weeks' Tour (1817), The Last Man (1826), and Lives of the Most Eminent Literary and Scientific Men (1835 - 1839)
Who is Mary Shelley or Who is Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley?
In 2020 she became the first female vice president. She made history becoming the first woman, the first Black American and the first Asian American to occupy the White House. The former California senator and attorney general, the daughter of Jamaican and Indian immigrants.
Who is Kamala Harris?
In 1999 her portrait was put on the dollar coin. She was a Shoshone Native, who helped guide the Lewis and Clark expedition.
Who is Sacagawea or Sacajawea?
Born in El Centro, California this Grammy-winning singer best known for the pop hits “Believe” and “If I Could Turn Back Time.” She has also starred multiple films, winning an Academy Award for her role in Moonstruck. Who is she?
Who is Cher?
Born in Summit, New Jersey and considered by many critics to be the greatest living actress, she has been nominated for the Academy Award an astonishing 21 times and has won it three times. She gave outstanding performances in films such as Mamma Mia, The Devil Wears Prada, and Kramer vs Kramer. Who is she?
Who is Meryl Streep?
Born in Eatonton Georgia, this African American novelist and author of the "The Color Purple," as well as an activist, depicted sexism, racism, and poverty that were met with the strengths of family, community, self-worth, and spirituality. Some of her other works include The Tempel of My Familiar and Possessing the Secret of Joy.
Who is Alice Walker?
This influential woman broke barriers in 2001 when the then 46-year-old was appointed President George W. Bush's national security advisor, becoming the first woman to hold the position. She previously worked in international affairs, and she was on the National Security Council.
Who is Condoleeza Rice?
Once a nationally ranked tennis player, she chose physics over sports and ended up as the first American woman astronaut in space, a Nasa planner, and a science professor.
Who is Sally Ride?
Born in New York, New York this American singer-songwriter, pianist, and actress who achieved enormous success in the early 2000s with her blend of R&B and soul music. Her notable songs include “Fallin’” (2001), “No One” (2007) and “Empire State of Mind” (2009). Who is she?
Who is Alicia Keys?
She was born in Cuba on April 30, 1988. At the age of 14 (2002) she began her studies at the National Theatre School of Havana, where she graduated after 4 years. At the age of 16 (2004) she made her first film, Virgin Rose (2006). She is known for starring in The Gray Man, No Time to Die, and Blade Runner 2049. Who is she?
Who is Ana de Armas?
Born Marguerite Annie Johnson she was a celebrated poet, memoirist, singer, danger, actor, and civil rights activist. Her autobiography titled. " I know Why the Caged Bird Sings was a best seller published in 1969 and nominated for the Nation Book Award, revealed her experiences growing up as an African American during the Jim Crow Era.
Who is Maya Angelou?
This U.S. Representative made history in 2024 when she became the first openly transgender woman elected to congress. In 2020 she broke boundaries as the first trans person to win a state senate seat in Delaware.
Who is Sarah McBride?
The first well-known woman scientist in the modern world and is known as the "mother of modern physics" for her research in radioactivity. She won Nobel prizes: for physics (1903) and chemistry in (1911).
Who is Marie Curie?
She was born in Barranquilla, Colombia) and is a Colombian singer, songwriter, musician, and dancer who built a successful career in both Spanish- and English-speaking markets to become one of the most popular Latin American recording artists of the early 21st century. Known for hit songs such as Hips Don't Lie, Waka Waka, and Whenever, Whereever. Who is she?
Who is Shakira?
Born in Reading, Berkshire, England) is an English actress known for her sharply drawn portrayals of spirited and unusual women. She won an Academy Award for her performance in the Reader (2008). She also starred in Titanic (1997), Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004), and Steve Jobs (2015). Who is she?
Who is Kate Winslet?
A British author, film producer, and screenwriter best known for writing the best-selling Harry Pottery series. She came up for the idea of Harry Potter while sitting on a delayed train to London in 1990 after working as a researcher and secretary for Amnesty International.
Who is J.K. Rowling?
At age 47, she became the first Asian American woman to serve in a presidential cabinet when George Bush selected her as his Secretary of Labor in 2001. She also served as Donald Trump's Transportation Secretary in 2017.
Who is Elaine Chao?