Black Excellence
Black Excellence
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Tyler Perry Donates $500,000 to Legendary Apollo Theater
‘I know the importance of what it means to honor that and honor the history of what it has been,’ Perry said in his speech.
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The Evolution of Tyler Perry: What Will He Conquer Next?
Tyler Perry went from a broke playwright to one of the most savvy (and richest) producers in Hollywood.
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The Evolution of Mo’Nique: Keeping Quiet Is Not An Option
If there’s one thing that can be said about Mo’Nique’s evolution, is that no matter what obstacles life has thrown at her, she always chosen to push on.
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Malcolm X’s Legacy Is A Flame That Can’t Be Blown Out
Malcolm X’s short-lived life left an indelible mark on every social movement that followed till this day.
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Howard University Gets its Hands on 252 Gordon Parks Photos
The new Gordon Parks Legacy Collection will showcase over 50 years of the legendary photographer’s work.
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All-Black Team of Climbers Successfully Summits Mount Everest
This is the first all-Black team to attempt and complete the summit of Mount Everest, doubling the previous total of climbers to complete the summit.
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A Black Nurse Is Honored By An Illinois Hospital 71 Years After Being Denied Entry Into Its Program
This has got to be the most perfect way to round out Nurses Week.
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Anthony Anderson Graduates From Howard University: ‘It’s Literally Been 30 Years in the Making’
Fellow alumna Academy Award-winning actress Taraji P. Henson was also selected as this year’s speaker and a recipient of an Honorary Doctorate.