From the start, soul music has risen out of the lived experiences of Black people, with Black women acting as some of its most influential and powerful creative ambassadors. The vocal stylings and talents that Black female soul singers have brought to the genre since its rise to prominence have left an indelible impact –…
The comedy world is exploding with the talents of Black women right now. Of course, Black female comedians have always been some of the funniest people on the scene, but these days they’re becoming more and more popular – and we couldn’t be happier to see it.
They don’t always get the press they deserve, but there are more black female superheroes out there than anticipated. Some, like Storm and Vixen, are well-known. Others have entered the popular consciousness through big- and small-screen, like Marvel’s Valkyrie or Claire Temple. Still, others have compelling but overlooked stories. We’ve compiled a list of our…
When it comes to books written by black female authors, the stories are as diverse as the women who write them. Some are funny, some poignant, but unfailingly, the black female authors behind them tell memorable stories that often don’t get the press they deserve. This is an excellent time to get to know them…
Once considered a man’s game, the rap music industry has seen a burst of talent from female artists in recent years. From some of the best-known Queens of Rap to artists who have just recently hit the stage, our list of black female rappers will introduce you to some real talent. Hopefully, you’re familiar with…
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…
Black thriller movies are scary and suspenseful. If you want to add some action and fear into your movie nights, you won’t go wrong picking a film from this list. You’ll find films featuring love triangles, murder mysteries, and religious con-men. There are many amazing recent offerings, but this list also covers hits from the…
Western movies are an American favorite–we love cowboys and standoffs, high adventure, and the wildness of riding a horse through the desert. However, it can feel like Western movies are mostly white–after all, weren’t most of the settlers in the old west white? This isn’t true. There were (and are) many black cowboys, and we’ve…
Black war movies with primarily black casts are rare in Hollywood. Most Black military movies on this list profile one Black military veteran, but a few tell African-American stories and stories based on history. The best war movies also show realistic troops with Black characters and at least one or two main characters. Black people…
The world knows the power of Black athletes – from Usain Bolt’s wild speed to Jackie Robinson’s revolutionary performance in Major League Baseball, Black athleticism dominates all over the world. With all these stories, it’s little wonder that there are so many impactful Black sports movies. Here, we have compiled some of the best ones…
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…