Wema Sepetu made her debut as a beauty pageant contestant back in 2006, winning Miss Tanzania and representing her country in the Miss World pageant later that year. After gracing our televisions with her beauty, it wasn’t long before Sepetu made her way to the big screen, securing her fame in the Tanzanian film industry.…
Naomie Harris is a British actress best known for her roles in ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’, ’28 Days Later’, and ‘James Bond – Skyfall’. Born to a Jamaican mother and Trinidadian father, Harris attended Pembrook College, Cambridge where she obtained a degree in Social and Political Sciences. But politics were not the only thing…
Owiso Odera is a Kenyan actor capturing the big screen with hits such as Acholiland, television series The Originals, and, most recently, Blue Bloods. Odera quickly realized he was made for the spotlight and started his acting journey by attending and graduating from the University of California, San Diego. His goal is to bring Africa…
A British actor known for her roles in both British and American films, Thandie Newton has starred in a variety of blockbusters including ‘Mission Impossible 2‘, ‘The Pursuit of Happyness‘ and ‘Crash‘ to name a few. Born in London, England to a mother, Nyasha, of Zimbabwean descent, and an English father, Nick Newton, Thandie…
On Sunday, June 12, 2016, history was made at the prestigious Tony Awards with many Tony Award Winners being people of color to ‘Hamilton’ getting a whopping 16 nominations, this award night was nothing short of spectacular. The Tony Awards began in 1947 when the American Theater Wing established an award and recognition program for excellence in…
Gabrielle Christina Victoria Douglas, or more fondly known as “Gabby”, is an American gymnast. Born in Newport News, Virginia, this gold medalist has made news lately, announcing her brand new app, Gabbymoji. Now living in Columbus, Ohio, Gabby is well known in the sports arena for her amazing gymnast skills, poise, and dedication to…
You remember that “Hot Mug Shot” guy back in 2014, the one that took the internet by storm for his stunning looks, piercing eyes, and chiseled jawline? Well this felon, convicted of gun possession, has served his time and is now back in society. Jeremy Meeks was released from prison on March 8, 2016, now…
The 2016 Miss USA was history in the making this year as the top three finalists were all women of color, setting a new and inspiring trend towards inclusiveness and diversity in the highly competitive world of beauty pageants. The first Miss USA crown taken by a black woman was Carole Gist in 1990, followed…
Born in London to Nigerian parents, Chiwetel Ejiofor grew up in London’s Forest Gate where he began his acting career at the age of 14. After a deadly car wreck involving himself and his father, Chiwetel, the only survivor, turned to acting as a way to focus his energy and life. Attending London Academy…
The Voice has hit the big time not only in America, but across the globe with syndicates searching for top talent in countries such as the UK, China, and South Africa. This hot spot for aspiring artists continues to deliver season after season. So how does South Africa fair in this “fairy tale” of a…
