Several prominent black male tennis players have enjoyed success during the Open Era, generally recognized as 1968 to now when professionals and amateurs began to compete against one another. One’s legacy transcends sports. Others won Grand Slam events or reached major finals and played for their country. Below is our list of the most influential…
African American culture is rich with R&B, jazz music, gospel singing, and more–opera falls right in line with the legacy of black men using their voices to make beautiful sounds. Black male opera singers represent a small but important slice of the world’s most well-known genre. It’s time to introduce you to some of the…
Does your Instagram timeline need some fashion inspiration? If you’re like many of us, you’ve probably spent more time inside during the pandemic—probably lounging in your sweats a little more than you would like to. Thankfully, some amazing black men are out there, ready to bless your timeline with their ensembles. From street fashion to…
When it comes to Disney, Black characters are often few and far between. But if you look in the right places, there may be more amazing Black characters than you think. Today more than ever, young Black boys see characters on the screen that look like them! Positive African-American representation is critical, especially for kids,…
Black male celebrities have given the entertainment industry so much, including how they’ve reversed European beauty standards to the inclusion of urban influence. From modeling across the world to entertaining us with their inspiring talents, Black celebrities have never failed to make us all feel good. There is no list of Black male celebrities long…
The comedy world abounds with talented entertainers who have spent a lifetime making audiences laugh. Since the earliest days of the entertainment industry, comedy has been a significant characteristic of what makes an individual successful. Around the world, people enjoy the work of black male comedy actors. Many of them have left an indelible imprint…
The Academy Awards began in 1929. Since then, and at the time of writing this, there have been 82 black male Oscar winners. Some of these men have won for acting, some for directing, and some for producing. In this article, we will look at some of the most famous black male Oscar winners and…
From the smooth, crooning voice of Sammy Davis Jr., to the gospel transcendence of Sam Cooke, to the cool, bluesy tones of Ray Charles, black male singers have graced the ears of music lovers for over a century. Many black male vocalists are considered the best in the business, tirelessly perfecting their craft to bring…
Rhythm and blues (R&B) can be an extremely eclectic mix of music that covers a wide range of sounds. From soft and sultry love ballads to poignant political commentary, you’ll find varying themes as well. The musicians below all made a huge impact on R&B and shaped today’s popular music. Here is a list of…
You can find many talented international and African American male influencers all throughout different platforms on the internet. They’ve made their mark in various genres, including fashion, lifestyle, gaming, and the performing arts. Here are black male influencers who have either made a large impact on pop culture or are up-and-coming stars to keep an…
A gospel singer is one of those rare beauties in life that we don’t often get a chance to experience, as not many singers have that unique blend of power and grace required to perform heartfelt ballads and tunes with the same impact. The following are some of the best black and African American male…
The history of jazz is long, storied, filled with drama, tragedy, comedy, love, and outstanding singers. Many black male jazz singers have graced our ears, performing their complex harmonies and improvised solos with a style that almost looks easy. There is no performer quite as compelling as the jazz singer. There is something unique about…
By the 1970s, Motown’s influence in popular music had begun to wane. But that didn’t mean black influence in popular music was going down. On the contrary, several African American groups saw their music hit the charts during the decade of bell bottoms, large collars, and fancy white shoes. Below is a list of the…
Black entrepreneurship predates the Civil War, and there are some incredible black entrepreneurs out there today. I’ll cover some of the most influential and well-known black male businessmen to date in this list. This list includes current and previous black men who established their own businesses, brands, and even markets. Read on to learn more…
One of the joys of literature is the rich texture of voices and writers who people it. Never is this more true than when looking at the history of black male writers. They run the gamut from poets to playwrights and novelists to journalists. They sometimes tackle themes of race and equality, but, like any…