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This is a non-diffusing subcategory of Category:American actresses. It includes actresses that can also be found in the parent category, or in diffusing subcategories ...
Most nominated African-American actress, with four nominations. First Black actress to receive two nominations for Best Actress. Third film to feature African-American nominees for both Best Actor and Best Actress. Second time multiple African-American actresses received Best Actress nominations. Andra Day: The United States vs. Billie Holiday
Due to the racial discrimination in the 19th and early 20th centuries, Hollywood tended to avoid using African-American actors and actresses. [citation needed] In pursuit of avoiding the use of African American actors and actresses, Blackface became a popular form of entertainment in the 19th century.
Two years after McDaniel's historic win at the Oscars, Lena Horne, singer, actress, dancer and activist was the first Black actress to sign a long-term contract with a major Hollywood studio (MGM).
Dascha Polanco, a Dominican-born actress, dazzled as Daya Diaz in “Orange is the New Black” from 2013 to 2019. In 2021, she was tapped to play Cuca, one of the salon ladies in the screen ...
Black actresses stepping into roles that portray health issues aren’t just acting; they’re warriors on screen, challenging the narrative, highlighting our strength, and inspiring Black women ...
Issa Rae (African-American mother), actress, comedienne; Rihanna, singer; Sam Richardson, actor and comedian; Amber Riley,actress and singer; Naya Rivera (a quarter African-American descent), actress and singer (d. 2020) [12] Evan Ross (African-American mother), actor; Amanda Seales (African American father), actress and comedian; Brian Michael ...
Welcome to Look Back At It, a column where some of the most iconic Black actresses in Hollywood reminisce and reflect on the roles that made them stars. In this installment, Kerry Washington ...