While luminaries like Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X are synonymous with the fight for civil rights, numerous other activists contributed profoundly to the movement’s successes yet remain largely unrecognized. This article seeks to shed light on these lesser-known figures, whose bravery and determination were instrumental in challenging systemic injustices and advancing the cause […]
The passing of famous actor James Earl Jones at age 93 has made many people look back on his amazing career. He won all major American entertainment awards—an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony—and was known as the voice of Darth Vader. However, there’s another part of his life that is equally remarkable but not as […]
Maya Angelou was a remarkable woman whose life was full of poetry, fighting for rights, and inspiring others. She was famous for using words to promote fairness, equality, and the strength of people. Her voice made a big difference in the 20th century, influencing how people talked about race, identity, and self-empowerment. Maya was born […]
Aretha Franklin’s voice is recognized by millions, but her personal story remains less well known—by her own choice. In her 1999 memoir, From These Roots, the Queen of Soul opted to keep many of her life’s hardships private. The book largely omits details about pivotal and painful moments, including the loss of her mother when […]
Tahj “Queen Tahj” Williams, a New Orleans-based artist known for her expressive Black Masking technique, has made history as the first artist to handcraft the Super Bowl logo and theme art, rooted deeply in her hometown’s Indigenous and African heritage. As a prominent member of the Golden Eagles Tribe, Williams was inspired by her uncle […]
