So much of the contemporary world has resulted from the exploitation of Black women – but much more of it has flourished through their ingenuity. Every day, you probably use something that Black female inventors either first created or heavily contributed. From security systems to indoor heating, the fingerprints of Black women are all over…
While there are many famous Black female models that walk the runways and grace the covers of magazines today, this wasn’t always the case. Black female models faced racial discrimination and were often turned down for jobs. Though some Black models saw early success in the 1960s, it wasn’t until the 1980s that this became…
Whether you’re the type to post up on your couch and binge-watch a television series or watch a movie on the big screen, you can thank the talented directors for bringing their vision to your screen. Being a director has been a predominantly male-dominated field in Hollywood, but times are changing. More and more women…
There is so much Black female excellence in the world of British music, and it all deserves a hearty helping of respect. From the hard-hitting rap poetry of Arlo Parks to the smooth, R&B sounds of Hayley Cassidy, there is no shortage of incredible Black female UK singers.
When you watch the news, most of the big-name entrepreneurs you hear about are white males in Silicon Valley – Mark Zuckerburg, Jeff Bezos, Elon Musk, and the like. But don’t let that deceive you – Black women are one of the fastest-growing demographic groups of entrepreneurs in the United States. If you need inspiration…
Black women have been running the acting game for a while and wearing it well. Every day, new black female actors are emerging in all sorts of genres. We’ve compiled a list of the best female actors of all time, but rookie or vets all deserve their flowers.
Black women are some of the most foundational figures of both US and global culture. From Oprah Winfrey to Billie Holiday to Angela Davis, these Black female icons have created monumental change with their ingenuity and talent. Whether you’re looking for inspiration or want to delight in the excellence of Black women, this list of…
Black women have achieved enormous success in various sports from track and field and gymnastics to tennis and wrestling. Our list of the best Black female athletes will introduce you to the top talent in athletics.
Black female presenters have graced the television industry for decades, from the stage to the host chair. With the presence, beauty, and strength that is unmatched by others in the game, America and the United Kingdom have benefitted from the personality of these women. The role of television presenter befits the character and personalities of…
Some of the most attractive and accomplished anchors are Black female newsreaders. Before making their premieres at a television news desk, most started in internships and radio stations before making their premieres. Here are some of the most well-known Black female newsreaders who made history and some who still report the news.
Throughout history, the vampire myth has fascinated people. We’ve evolved and played with the rules as time moves on, and one of the ways media made that shift was through casting a diverse range of actors. Consequently, black vampires of both genders have gained increased visibility and popularity since the first vampire hit the screen….
Today we’re going to look at some of the best black female gospel singers. Do a bit of digging, and you will soon realize there is a substantial number of black female gospel singers who are accomplished, successful, influential and on a mission to spread the good word. These anointed singers have voices of angels…