Barbara Smith

Barbara Smith born 1949 professor, writer, and poet. Founder of Kitchen Table Press in 1980 and “Stop Islamophobia” website.

Maurice Hines

Maurice Hines born 1943 is an actor, dancer, director and choreographer. First Black person to direct at Radio City Music Hall.

Monifah born 1972 singer-songwriter.

Marlon Riggs 1957 – 1994, filmmaker, educator, poet, and activist.

Marsha Warfield born 1954 actress and comic.

Paul Winfield 1939 – 2004, actor.

Robin Roberts born 1960 is a television newscaster.

Lee Daniels born 1959 is a writer, director, and producer.

Toshi Reagon born 1964 is a musician, composer, curator, and producer.

Little Richard born 1932 is a musician, singer, songwriter, and actor.