Remembering Louis Gossett Jr., Pioneering Actor & the First Black Man to Win a Supporting Acting Oscar
In the archives of Hollywood history, certain stars shine brighter than others, not just for their performances on screen but for the incredible mark they leave on the industry as a whole. Among these luminaries stands Louis Gossett Jr., a titan of talent whose contributions have transcended mere entertainment, leaving an enduring legacy that continues […]
Remembering David Harris, the First Black Commercial Pilot for a Major Airline
David E. Harris, a former Air Force airman who became the first Black pilot for a major U.S. passenger airline, died on March 8 in Marietta, Georgia. He was 89 years old. Harris worked for American Airlines from 1964 to 1994, according to The Washington Post, becoming the first Black pilot to man the cockpit […]
Remembering Flint City Council Member & Community Activist Eric Mays
Eric Mays, a prominent Flint City Council member celebrated for his activism during the city’s water crisis, passed away at the age of 65. According to the Associated Press, the announcement of his death was made by city officials late Saturday, although the cause of death was not disclosed. The loss has reverberated throughout Flint, […]
Remembering Former Football Player & Legendary Actor Carl Weathers
He was 76 years old. On February 1, 2024, the world bid farewell to a true Hollywood legend as actor Carl Weathers passed away, Variety reports. With a career spanning decades, Weathers left a lasting legacy, charming audiences with his charisma, talent, and unforgettable performances. Born on January 14, 1948, in New Orleans, Louisiana, Weathers’s […]
Dexter Scott King, Youngest Son of Martin Luther King & Coretta Scott King, Has Passed Away
He fought the good fight! Born January 30, 1961, in Atlanta, Georgia, Dexter Scott King was named after the historic Dexter Avenue Baptist Church in Montgomery, Alabama, where his father first pastored, Fox 5 Atlanta reports. The third child and youngest son of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King, he was only […]
Tyler Perry Vows to Gift New Home to Family After Passing of 94-Year-Old Josephine Wright
Mrs. Josephine Wright can now rest in peace! 94-year-old Josephine Wright was thrust into the spotlight after her family made public the fight for her house. Thirty years ago, Wright and her late husband settled in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. The 1.8-acre property had been in her husband’s family since the Civil War, and […]
Emmy Award-Winning Actor Andre Braugher Has Joined the Ancestors
The Emmy Award-winning actor leaves a legacy of outstanding performances. Andre Braugher was born on July 1, 1962 in Chicago. As the youngest of four children his early life in the Austin neighborhood of Chicago’s West Side laid the foundation for his admired career, Block Club Chicago reports. Initially pursuing engineering at Stanford University, he […]
Remembering E. Franklin Frazier, The First Black President of the American Sociological Association
He was a trailblazer in the field of social sciences! E. Franklin Frazier was an esteemed sociologist who made groundbreaking contributions and paved the way for progress. Making history as the first Black president of the American Sociological Association (ASA), his achievements have left a lasting mark on the field. Today, we honor his legacy […]
Actor Richard Roundtree, the Original ‘Shaft,’ Has Joined the Ancestors
He was our Black action hero! Richard Roundtree was born in New Rochelle, New York, and was a celebrated football star at Southern Illinois University, NBC News reports. After college, he dabbled in modeling before getting his big break in the world of acting. A member of New York’s Negro Ensemble Company, Roundtree made his […]