African-American actresses have shaped the landscape of film and television with undeniable talent and grace. These performers bring stories to life that resonate with audiences across the globe.

Black women are commanding screens like never before, both in front of and behind the camera. They lead stories reflecting depth, complexity, and power from network television to streaming platforms.

For generations, Broadway has been the heart of American theatre, a place where raw talent, tireless dedication, and bold creativity meet under the spotlight. For Black women in particular, the stage ...

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“It’s not just that black actresses are auditioning and not getting cast in larger roles — it seems that they are frequently absent from the casting process entirely,” Aisha Harris writes in a piece ...

Introduction -- Madame Sul-Te-Wan : the struggle for visibility -- Nina Mae McKinney : early success and tumultuous career -- Louise Beavers : negotiating racial difference -- Fredi Washington : the ...

Behind the glamour of fame lies a world rarely seen. The lives of Hollywood´s most famous actresses are filled with red carpet and flashing cameras, but also secrets, struggles, and scandals that ...