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British-Nigerian Actor Best Known for His Role as Sam Obisanya in 'Ted Lasso'
Toheeb Jimoh is a British Nigerian actor. He is best known for his appearances as Sam.
R&B Artist
Tulani is a powerhouse singer, songwriter and harpist whose music colors outside the lines.
Women's Health Advocate, Co-Founder & CEO of GirlTrek
T Morgan Dixon co-leads GirlTrek, the largest public health nonprofit for African-American women and girls in the United States.
Entrepreneur & Leadership Speaker; Expert in African History
Tarik Karenga, the son of Dr. Maulana Karenga who is the creator of the African American Holiday.
TV Personality, Say I Do Fashion Designer & Creative Director
Thai Nguyen is a fashion designer and creative director currently starring in the Say I Do series on Netflix. Thai launched his eponymous label in 2002. He continues to be a key…
Former Head Coach, 2007 Super Bowl Champion Indianapolis Colts, Football Analyst, NBC Sports
The first African-American head coach to lead his team to a Super Bowl championship, Tony Dungy shares with us the importance of goals, integrity, discipline and overcoming adversity.
Host of The Cross Connection on MSNBC, Bestselling Author, Say It Louder: Black Voters, White Narratives, and Saving Our Democracy
Tiffany D. Cross is the host of The Cross Connection on MSNBC, the bestselling author of Say It Louder: Black Voters, White Narratives, and Saving Our Democracy (Amistad/HarperCollins) and a 2020 Resident Fellow at the…
Viral Content Creator on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube
Spearheading social media, Taylor Cassidy is a content creator on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube teaching millions of unsung Black history figures accompanied by her quick wit and strong passion. Seen…
Actress, Vegan Foodie & NYT Bestselling Author
Tabitha Brown satisfies the hunger of millions with her unique approach to veganism and her wholesome, comedic personality on the daily. She is a home base for learning new recipes,…
Journalist, Producer and Activist
Thando Dlomo is a recent graduate of the University of Southern California, where she received her Master of Science in Journalism. She is a Multimedia Journalist and Producer, born in…
Co-Host, Fox's "The Real"
Actor, producer, host, author and entrepreneur Tamera Mowry-Housley is taking Hollywood by storm. Named to Ebony magazine’s power 100 list, Tamera landed a coveted co-host spot on the syndicated multi-racial daytime talk…
Former Outside Linebacker, Carolina Panthers
Thomas Davis was formerly an outside linebacker for the Carolina Panthers. Drafted in the first round, 14th overall by the Panthers, Davis has overcome many challenges in his lengthy career.
Award-Winning Actor, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt
Emmy and SAG nominated actor, musician, and writer Tituss Burgess is quickly emerging as one of the entertainment industry’s most versatile and dynamic performers, with his work in television, film, and…
Broadway Star, American Idol Semi-Finalist, Youtube Personality & Star of MTV's Todrick
Todrick Hall blends activism and art during a compelling live experience that inspires audiences to believe they can accomplish anything when they take control of their destinies.
Actor
Trevante Rhodes starred in the Barry Jenkins film Moonlight, produced Plan B and A24, which was released in theaters October 2016. The film won the Golden Globe for Best Picture -…
Actor, Artist, Author & Activist
There are motivational speakers, and then there are “motivational do-ers.” Terry Crews is the latter. This bonafide powerhouse—actor, activist, best-selling author, former athlete, and beyond—has inspired countless individuals to “do…
Actress, Comedian, Producer and New York Times Best-Selling Author
Sidesplitting, hysterical, edgy, Tiffany Haddish is one of the most memorable talents of our times. Growing up in one of the poorest neighborhoods of South Central Los Angeles, Tiffany learned…
Photographer, Artist and Filmmaker
For so long, black people have been considered things. We’ve been thingified physically, sexually, emotionally. With my work I’m looking to revitalize and elevate the black body.
Founder & CEO of Walker & Company Brands
Tristan Walker is the Founder & CEO of Walker & Company Brands. Walker also serves on the Foot Locker, Inc. and Shake Shack, Inc.
Award-Winning Spoken Word, Hip-Hop, Activist, Motivational and Keynote Speaker
Theo E. J. Wilson , also known by his poet handle, “Lucifury,” is a modern Renaissance Man. His natural knack for artistic expression had him dabbling in, and even mastering…
Astonish the crowds with feats of acrobatic prowess that are, honestly, unbelievable
They don't sing or play an instrument, but they are the most popular act on Memphis' legendary music mecca, Beale Street. While music blares from the clubs all around them,…
Best-Selling Author of Best Sellers such as "Waiting to Exhale" and "How Stella Got Her Groove Back"
One of today's most important novelists, Terry McMillan has always written from an honest place, creating fresh, lively, and often poignant works that are enthralling and inspirational tonic for many…
Grammy Nominated Soul Trio from NC
J. Vito, Tony Lelo, and 2E are a trio on North Carolina natives known as The Hamiltones. The group started as background vocalist for Grammy winning soul singer Anthony Hamilton.…
Social Activist & Founder of the Me Too Movement
Tarana Burke shares the story behind the genesis of the viral 2017 TIME Person Of The Year-winning ‘me too.’ Movement, and gives strength and healing to those who have experienced…
Associate Professor of Mathematics at Harvey Mudd College Known for her Popular TED Talk
Renowned for her popular TED Talk, "Own Your Body's Data", Dr. Talithia Williams takes sophisticated numerical concepts and makes them understandable to a wide audience. She demystifies the mathematical process…
Acrobatic Team, featured on the NBC hit reality competition series "America's Got Talent (season 8)
The Chicago Boyz Acrobatic Team, featured on the NBC hit reality competition series “America’s Got Talent (season 8),” is a professional gymnastics troupe consisting of talented young men and boys…
Attorney, Author and Speaker
Casey Sharperson, known as The Confidence Cultivator, is a speaker, blogger, coach and mentor to millennials looking to go to the next level in life, business, and faith. She is…
Award-Winning Playwright & Screenwriter, "Moonlight"
Tarell Alvin McCraney is best known for his acclaimed trilogy, The Brother/Sister Plays which include The Brothers Size, In the Red and Brown Water and Marcus: Or the Secret of…
Award-Winning Actor from Fox’s Hit Series Empire, Spokesmodel, Youth Arts Instructor and Philanthropist
Tobias Truvillion is an ex-Ford model-turned-award-winning actor, film producer, philanthropist, and inner-city youth mentor, advocate, and arts instructor. The Queens, New York native, who Indiewire hails as a “transformative actor,”…
A Truth Initiative Regarding Structural Violence and Racism
The Truth Telling Project is a program of the community institute on truth, justice and reconciliation, sponsored by the Center for Educational Equity, and in coalition with the Peace and…
CEO, Entrepreneur TV Icon, Author, Activist, Advisor on "Celebrity Apprentice"
Expanding the definition of beauty is something Tyra Banks has always believed in, as a supermodel and as a super-businesswoman. Six modeling agencies rejected her before she was signed at…
WWE Superstar
Thaddeus Bullard, a former football player for the University of Florida and the Jacksonville Jaguars, Known as Titus O’Neil from WWE knows a thing or two about hard-hitting physical dominance.…
Actress, Comedian and Model. She also has a recurring role as Carol Holloway on the Fox musical drama series Empire
Tasha Smith is a multifaceted actress whose work brings style and intensity to the subjects she plays on the big and small screens. Smith can currently be seen in Tyler…
Singer-Songwriter; Known for Hits like "Give Me One Reason" and "Fast Car"
Tracy Chapman helped restore singer-songwriters to the spotlight in the '80s. The multi-platinum success of Chapman's eponymous 1988 debut was unexpected, and it had lasting impact. Although Chapman was working…
Award-Winning Journalist. Former Anchor of MSNBC's 'NewsNation
Tamron Hall former anchor of NewsNation, which aired weekdays from 2-3 p.m. ET on MSNBC. NewsNation, which was launched in 2010, features high profile interviews and in-depth coverage of U.S.,…
Pulitzer Prize-Winning Poet Acclaimed Memoirist
Tracy K. Smith is the author of the critically acclaimed memoir Ordinary Light (Knopf, 2015), a finalist for the 2015 National Book Award in Nonfiction and selected as a Notable…
Actress & Youth Volunteer. Star of "Black-ish"
Tracee Ellis Ross, actress, motivational speaker and performance artist, is the star of the new hit ABC comedy series Black-ish. For her role, Ross won the 2015 NAACP Image Award…
Actor, Writer and Comedian. MTV Girl Code & MTV2 Guy Code||Women’s Rights Advocate
Tanisha Long is a West Philadelphia born and raised actor, writer, and comedian. Tanisha is currently a cast member of MTV’s Girl Code & Guy Code and has also appeared…
"The Daily Show" Host and Best-Selling Author
Trevor Noah made his debut as host of the Emmy and Peabody Award-winning The Daily Show on Comedy Centra.
Actor, Singer and Civil Rights Campaigner. Call Mr. Robeson, a play, which celebrates the life and work of the great singer, actor and civil rights activist Paul Robeson
The acclaimed British production Call Mr. Robeson, a play, which celebrates the life and work of the great singer, actor and civil rights activist Paul Robeson. The production, by Tayo…
Prominent Voice of Civil Rights, Social Justice, and Feminism
Tamika D. Mallory, an esteemed social justice leader, advocate and activist. A New York City native, this fiery, outspoken advocate for human rights and liberty has remained a consistent fixture…
Music Manager; Founder, Chairman and CEO of Atom Factory, He has Established the Careers of Numerous Recording Artists, Most Notably Multi-Platinum Grammy Award-Winning Artist Lady Gaga
The award-winning careers of Lady Gaga and John Legend, among others, are accredited to music industry professional Troy Carter. In 2010, the brand marketing strategist and entrepreneur founded the Atom…
Known as Black Thought, MC of the Philadelphia-based Hip-Hop group The Roots, as well as an occasional actor
Tariq Trotter has been rapping for 19 years, ten of which have been shared with his legendary crew
Father of Trayvon Martin
Since the 2012 death of his son, Trayvon, in a violent confrontation, Tracy Martin has committed his life to transforming tragedy into change. Despite his devastating loss, Martin was able…
Actor, Musician & Activist; Known for Fox's "Empire"
The multi-talented Terrence Howard is best known for his Golden Globe and Academy Award nominated work in Hustle & Flow, as well as for his supporting role in Crash, for…
Singer-Songwriter, Record Producer, Rapper and Actor
Trey Songz was raised in a military family in Virginia. As a teen he had started performing for his friends and family but never considered to pursue career in music.…
World-Renowned American Spiritual Ensemble. Composed of some of the finest classically trained singers in the United States, the group strives to keep the tradition of the Negro spiritual alive
The American Spiritual Ensemble, a critically-acclaimed professional group composed of more than 20 of the finest singers in the classical music world! The vocalists have thrilled audiences around the world…
Public Relations Expert & Activist
Terrie M. Williams, one of Ebony magazine’s “Power 150” for Activism and Woman’s Day magazine “50 Women On A Mission To Change The World,” is an advocate for change and…