Edward Regan Murphy (born April 3, 1961) is an American comedian, actor, and singer. He had his breakthrough as a stand-up comic before gaining stardom for his film roles
Sarah Lois Vaughan (March 27, 1924 – April 3, 1990) was an American jazz singer and pianist.
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Carter Godwin Woodson (December 19, 1875 – April 3, 1950) was an American historian, author, journalist, and the founder of the Association for the Study of African American Life and
"Untitled," Edward Mitchell Bannister, 1883.
American-Canadian painter Bannister (1828-1901) was a free-born black man who became a significant figure in African-American intellectual circles of his time, as well as being a prominent abolitionist.
He was a member of the group called the American Barbizon School, which focused mainly on peaceful, pastoral landscapes painted from the life. This style fell out of favor late in his life, and by the time he passed away he was largely forgotten. He had significant financial issues when he passed, and some noted with a bit of bitterness that after his death he was the subject of a memorial exhibition and other notoriety that he should have had while alive.
In the 60s, his work was rediscovered and reappraised, and he's now viewed as one of the great Black American artists.
From the Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington, DC.
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Waow mistreatment of an underclass has never led to anything bad ever
'Alcorn State professor says of her work on a Fannie Lou Hamer quilt: "As you engage with the art, the art engages with you. When it's talking to you, you have to listen or you'll never be able to finish anything. I'm serious about that."'
It's awesome discovering truly great new music. I'm obsessed with Delgrès. They're a Caribbean blues rock band with a tuba instead of a bass guitar and they sing mostly in Creole with occasional phrases in French and English. They're named after a revolutionary anti-slavery leader, Louis Delgrès, who rebelled against Napoleon after he reinstated slavery throughout the French Caribbean.
Delgrès the band is not brand new--they've been putting out albums since 2016 I think--but they're new enough for my old ass. I have loved almost every single one of their songs I've listened to so far and hated none of them. Enjoy!
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Rodney Glen King (April 2, 1965 – June 17, 2012) was an African American victim of police brutality. On March 3, 1991, he was severely beaten by officers of the Los Angeles Police Department
90% of Black Farmers Rejected for Loans! #BlackHistory #Farming #Shorts
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A staggering number that most Americans have never heard is now getting the attention it deserves — nearly 90 percent of Black farmers who applied for government backed agricultural loans were rejected while white farmers in the same programs were approved at dramatically higher rates leaving entire Black farming communities without the…
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Renée Nicole Macklin Good, a 37-year-old American woman, was [executed] in Minneapolis, Minnesota, by United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent Jonathan Ross, on
Is Pro-Black a Belief or a Lifestyle?
In today’s conversations about identity, culture, and community, the term pro-Black gets used often. Sometimes it is used loosely and sometimes passionately. But what does it really mean to be pro-Black? Is it simply supporting Black people when issues arise, or is it a deeper commitment that shapes how we live, build, and invest our lives?
More Than a Label: Defining What Pro-Black Means
For me, being pro-Black goes beyond words or social media posts. It is about intentionality, legacy and it is about choosing, whenever possible, to build within the community that built me.
Being pro-Black means strengthening Black economics, supporting Black businesses, telling our stories, and creating platforms where our voices are centered. This is exactly why I created Head2Toe Magazine & Entertainment. Head2Toe exists to uplift Black entrepreneurs, creatives, professionals, and visionaries. Additionally, it exists to give our people visibility, opportunity, and a place to be celebrated while they are still here to receive their flowers.
Where We Invest Our Lives Matters
But being pro-Black, in my view, is also about where we invest our most personal resources: our time, our energy, our loyalty, and yes, our families.
Some people believe that as long as you advocate for Black people, you are pro-Black regardless of your personal choices. I see it differently. Specifically, I believe there is a difference between supporting Black people and living a life structured around the advancement of Black people.
A person can absolutely love their people, defend their people, and stand against injustice. They can use their voice, their platform, and their influence to fight for the community. That matters. That is valuable. But to me, being pro-Black is not only about standing up for us when we are under attack. It is also about actively choosing us when we have options, strengthening Black families, circulating Black wealth. It is about building generational impact within the community. This isn’t about policing love or judging individuals. It’s about acknowledging that the choices we make collectively shape the future of our community.
At Head2Toe, my purpose has always been to build spaces where Black excellence is visible, supported, and amplified. Every cover story, every feature, every business spotlight, and every event we host is rooted in one mission. That mission is to help our people grow stronger together.
So, the question I leave you with is this: Is being pro-Black something you say or something you live? Because the answer to that question shapes not only our personal identity, but the legacy we leave behind.
What Pro-Black Commitment Has Looked Like
Throughout history, many figures who were widely recognized as pro-Black did more than speak about justice. In fact, they structured their lives around the advancement of Black people. Marcus Garvey built the Universal Negro Improvement Association and promoted Black economic independence, ownership, and pride.
His work focused on strengthening Black institutions and self-sufficiency.
Malcolm X
Challenged systems of oppression and emphasized Black self-determination, cultural pride, and community control. His message centered on empowering Black people to define their own future.
Fannie Lou Hamer
Fought relentlessly for Black voting rights and political representation, helping to reshape access to power for Black Americans who had long been excluded.
Ida B. Wells
Risked her life exposing the truth about lynching and racial terror, using journalism to demand justice and protect Black lives.
These leaders remind us that being pro-Black has often meant more than advocacy. It meant intentional work, sacrifice, and choices rooted in strengthening the collective.
That legacy is what inspires the mission behind Head2Toe Magazine: to continue building spaces where Black voices, businesses,
and achievements are not only supported but centered.
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