Theresa Claiborne, the First Black Woman Pilot in the U.S. Air Force, Has Retired
It’s a great conclusion of a groundbreaking career! As Captain Theresa Claiborne gracefully landed her final flight at Newark Liberty International Airport on May 23, her journey reached a new destination—the dawn of a legacy inspiring generations to come. Reflecting on her illustrious four decade career, Captain Claiborne shared on each of her social media […]
Corbin Bleu, Star of Disney Channel’s ‘Jump In,’ Shows Off Double Dutch Skills 17 Years Later
Seventeen years after dazzling Disney Channel audiences with his Double Dutch skills in the hit movie Jump In, a 35-year-old Corbin Bleu is still impressing fans with his agility and athleticism. Bleu, who starred opposite Keke Palmer and his real-life dad, David Reivers, in the beloved film, recently showcased his jump rope talents, proving that […]
1-Year-Old Painter Makes History as Youngest Artist to Be Recognized by Guinness World Records
This young artist is capturing hearts and imaginations around the world. Guinness World Records reports that at just one year and 152 days old, Ghanian Ace-Liam Nana Sam Ankrah has become the world’s youngest male artist. He has painted his way into the record book and created a legacy that celebrates the boundless potential of […]
Jeneé Naylor Left Target to Pursue Her Fashion Dreams, Now She’s Returned With a New Clothing Line in Stores
She has transformed her career from the stock room of a local Target to the spotlight of the fashion world. Jeneé shared in an interview with Target that she began her career at Target in 2012, starting as a team member and climbing the ranks to store director within seven years. Her time at Target […]
Student Who Went Viral for Dance Reaction to ‘Black Panther’ Field Trip Has Graduated From High School
Our internet nieces and nephews grow up so quickly! In 2018, Jaycob Linsey was a 6th grader at Ron Clark Academy Middle School in Atlanta, Georgia. It was a normal school day for the children when the class got a special surprise from the administration—they would all be taking a class field trip to see […]
Sheryl Lee Ralph Meets Bridgerton’s Adjoa Andoh for First Time in Pure Black Girl Magic Moment
Dearest readers…this is sure to make your day! Emmy award-winning actress Sheryl Lee Ralph, a name that needs no introduction, recently graced the set of Good Morning America (GMA). She shared insights about her work on Quinta Brunson’s hit show Abbott Elementary and her highly anticipated feature film, “The Fabulous Four.” This star-studded film, featuring […]
Tracee Ellis Ross & Yara Shahidi Reunite as Mom & Daughter for Adorable Old Navy Commercial
The “Johnson” women are summering! Tracee Ellis Ross and Yara Shahidi, the iconic Johnson mother-daughter duo from the hit sitcom “black-ish,” are back together, this time gracing the cabanas (and our screens) in a new Old Navy commercial. The ad campaign is all about summer fun and the perfect outfits to match. Ross, known for […]
Jay Jones Makes History as Howard University’s First Transgender Student Body President
The votes are in, and The Mecca is a place of acceptance! Jay Jones, a junior political science major from Fort Worth, Texas, has become Howard University‘s 64th Student Association (HUSA) president, making history as the first transgender person to hold the position. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jay Jones ❤️❤️ […]
Hampton University Graduates First-Ever All Woman Doctoral Candidates in Departments of Education & Counseling
They did that! Hampton University made history with its cohorts of all-female doctoral candidates from the Department of Education and the Department of Counseling. This remarkable group of women is paving the way for future generations, breaking barriers, and exemplifying excellence in their fields. The university’s official Instagram account proudly showcased this milestone, celebrating their […]
83-Year-Old Makes History as Howard University’s Oldest Doctoral Graduate
It’s never too late to follow your dreams. No one knows that better than Marie Fowler, who, at 83 years old, walked across the commencement stage at Howard University, becoming the university’s oldest doctoral graduate. “It was never my thought that I would go beyond maybe one semester because, after all, I had been out […]