A pioneering actor, director, and playwright who broke racial barriers in Hollywood, using his platform to advocate for civil rights and social justice.
Born in 1922
A pioneering actress and poet who broke racial barriers in Hollywood, starring in films like "A Raisin in the Sun" and using her platform to advocate for civil rights.
99 Years Old
A trailblazing actor, director, and diplomat who broke racial barriers in Hollywood, winning an Academy Award for Best Actor and serving as a Bahamian ambassador.
71 Years Old
Acclaimed actor, director, and producer renowned for his powerful performances in film, television, and theater, earning numerous awards and accolades.
88 Years Old
A legendary actor and producer with a distinctive voice, known for narrating documentaries and starring in iconic films like "The Shawshank Redemption" and "Million Dollar Baby".
95 Years Old
A legendary actor, director, and musician who brought grit and cool to the big screen, iconic for his tough-guy roles in Westerns and cop dramas.
97 Years Old
A prominent leader in the civil rights movement, advocating for racial equality and social justice through nonviolent means, leaving a lasting impact on American history.
Born in 1925
A prominent figure in the Civil Rights Movement, advocating for African American rights and self-defense, and a powerful orator who inspired a generation.
99 Years Old
A legendary singer-songwriter and actor who popularized calypso music and starred in iconic films like "Carmen Jones" and "Guess Who's Coming to Dinner", using his platform to advocate for social justice.