How Atlanta Stylist Ricci De Forest Transformed Madam C.J. Walker’s Historic Salon into a Museum
He’s paying homage to the legacy of the iconic figure who revolutionized hair care for Black women! In a move to preserve Black history, Atlanta hairstylist Ricci De Forest converted Madam C.J. Walker’s historic beauty shop into a museum, anchoring it in the heart of the neighborhood that once housed Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s […]
Britney Deas Makes History as First Black Woman Chief Justice at University of Florida Supreme Court
She’s only 25-years-old! Britney Deas is a student at the University of Florida Levin College of Law, and she just became the first Black Woman Chief Justice at the University’s Supreme Court. The Haitian Miami-native aimed to build a respectful career in Florida and make a difference, according to The Alligator, the student-run newspaper for […]
Wine Connoisseur Brian C. Kincaid Makes History as Ohio’s First Black Enologist
Cleveland native Brian C. Kincaid is many things: a loving husband, a devoted father, and first generation college graduate. And now that he’s completed his degree, he can add first Black enologist in the state of Ohio to his growing list of accomplishments. “I never thought I’d be the first Black anything, to be honest,” […]
Remembering Hydeia Broadbent, One of the World’s Youngest HIV Activists
She was one of the world’s youngest HIV activists and the first Black youth to speak publicly about the epidemic. The world mourns the loss of Hydeia Broadbent, an advocate and voice for HIV/AIDS awareness, who passed away on February 20, 2024, her father announced. From a very young age, Broadbent’s life was marked by […]
Legendary Singer Frankie Beverly Announces Farewell Tour
A legendary finish to a legendary career! After over 50 years, nine gold albums, and cementing his legacy as an R&B legend, lead singer of Maze, Frankie Beverly, has announced his retirement and a farewell tour, the “I Wanna Thank You Farewell Tour.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Frankie Beverly And […]
First Black Woman in Mississippi Legislature Gets Her Own Portrait in State Capitol
Former Mississippi representative, Alyce Clarke, is now honored in the state’s Capitol! Clarke was the first Black woman elected to the state’s legislature and now she is the first place person (and woman) to have her portrait on display in the building, according to AP News. She is an 84-year-old Democrat from Jackson who served […]
Fisk Gymnast Morgan Price Earns Highest-Ever Score for an HBCU Gymnast
She’s set the beam high! Fisk gymnast Morgan Price just made history, finishing 2nd place during competition with an impressive 39.275 score, Fisk University Gymnastics reports. Not only is it a personal best for Price, it is the highest-ever score recorded by an HBCU gymnast. Watch the incredible moment below! View this post on Instagram […]
Celebrating 50 Years of ‘Good Times,’ A Look Back on the Iconic Black Series
On February 8, 1974, Good Times aired its first episode on CBS and things have been DYN-O-MITE ever since! 50 years ago, America was introduced to the Evans family: two Black parents, James (John Amos) and Florida (Esther Rolle); and their three children J.J. (Jimmie Walker), Michael (Ralph Carter) and Thelma (Bern Nadette Stanis). Viewers […]
Watch the Historic Moment All Black Women Judges Heard Arguments Before NY Appellate Supreme Court
This is amazing! A group of all Black women judges recently heard arguments before the Appellate Division First Department of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, the New York Law Journal reports. A historic first for New York, the judges included Presiding Justice Dianne T. Renwick, Justice Tanya Kennedy, Justice Marsha D. […]
Beyoncé Announces $500k Cécred Fund for Cosmetology School Students
The new haircare brand is giving back–right from the start! Beyoncé‘s philanthropic organization Bey Good, in collaboration with Cécred, announced the launch of the Cécred x BeyGOOD Fund. This initiative aims to empower and uplift the hair industry, recognizing the influence and importance of professional stylists. The fund, with an annual commitment of $500,000, will […]