Celebrate Entertainer and Advocate Jamie Foxx On His 53rd Birthday
Noticing that women often had a much easier time getting a spot at the open-mic nights, Eric Bishop started using the gender neutral name, Jamie Foxx.
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“Lift Every Voice and Sing”: Understanding The Black National Anthem
In 1899, years after the assassination of Abraham Lincoln, James Weldon Johnson penned the poem “Lift Every Voice and Sing” as a way to commemorate the late president’s birthday.
8 Black Skincare Brands for the Best Self-Care Day
Self-care is a broad term that encompasses just about anything a person does for for themselves, and having a good skincare routine to keep your skin happy and healthy is an easy way to practice self-care. We want to highlight 8 Black-owned skincare brands to add to your at-home facials and skincare routine.
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie – One of Africa’s Greatest Modern Writers
From a small town in Nigeria to international stages speaking on the importance of feminism, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie has become one of Africa’s most celebrated modern writers whose work has received critical acclaim.
Rooting For Tyra Banks On Her 47th Birthday
Tyra Banks set a record by walking in 25 shows during her very first season. She even graced the cover of the Spanish edition of Vogue.
The Star of Sarafina! – Leleti Khumalo
Leleti Khumalo, a South African actress known for her leading role in the internationally acclaimed movie and stage play, Sarafina!, is now also an advocate for those living with Vitiligo.
Africa’s Premier Diva – Angélique Kidjo
Angélique Kidjo is a creative force and humanitarian who shares her talents to bring a voice to the voiceless.
5 Black-owned Makeup Brands To Get Your Hands On
Many Black-owned beauty brands are also female-owned and advocate for sustainable beauty. With Black Friday approaching, here are eight Black-owned beauty brands
Michael Strahan Celebrates His 49th Birthday
From football, to television ventures and philanthropy, Michael Strahan’s career has been exciting! Join FunTimes Magazine as we celebrate his 49th birthday.
Black Transgender Actresses Who Are Making Their Mark
Transgender Awareness Week is celebrated every year between November 13 and 19. This awareness week ends with Transgender Day of Remembrance, first marked in 1998. The day commemorates all transgenders lives lost to anti-transgender violence in the year.