25 black female actresses, you should know
The entertainment industry has given rise to some amazingly talented black actresses from all over the world For several decades now. Some of them have even won wide-ranging awards as recognition of their acting prowess as These fascinating television and movie stars have been featured in every film genre, from musicals to dramas to comedies.
It’s an undeniable fact that Black women are insanely beautiful with some of the most stunningly captivating features as Diversity is what makes our world come alive and black color is beautiful.
In the world of cinema, fashion, music, sports, and television who have taken the world by storm This is a tribute to these very talented and sensational black women as this article features some of the most glorious black female celebrities.
Our list would’ve been endless as there are so many more gorgeous black women out there. It’s time for society to widen its idea of “beauty” with these stunning women. in a world where racism towards the black community is very real, even today they have faced endless challenges and struggles as These powerful women are more than just pretty faces.
1 Taraji P. Henson – Place of birth: Washington, D.C., U.S, Date of birth: September 11, 1970.
the hit TV series ‘Empire’, films like ‘The Curious Case of Benjamin Button’ and ‘Person of Interest’ in the Oscar-nominated film ‘Hidden Figures’ include Some of her most marvelous performances were seen.
2. Viola Davis – Place of birth: St. Matthews, South Carolina, U.S, Date of birth: August 11, 1965
winning one This ingenious actress is the only black woman to be nominated for three Academy Awards. , she is also the ambassador of a charity that aims at fighting childhood hunger Besides her many awards and accomplishments for her acting.
3. Oprah Winfrey – Place of birth: Kosciusko, Mississippi, U.S, Date of birth: January 29, 1954
Oprah Winfrey with her growing up in extreme poverty and enduring endless hardships to becoming one of the richest African-Americans in the world is the most inspirational tale of rags-to-riches.
In American history, She is considered to be the greatest black philanthropist. in all of History, The Oprah Winfrey Show’ is the highest-rated television program of its kind.
4. Jennifer Hudson – Place of birth: Chicago, Illinois, U.S, Date of birth: September 12, 1981
coming in the seventh position She rose to fame as a finalist on the third season of ‘American Idol’ in 2004. She has won an Academy Award, a Golden Globe Award, a BAFTA, and also a Screen Actors Guild Award for Best Supporting Actress.
5. Arlenis Sosa – Place of birth: the Dominican Republic, Date of birth: May 7, 1989
With Victoria’s Secret, Anne Sui, Alexander Wang, and Jean-Paul Gaultier among others She’s also widely recognized for her and ventured into acting.
6. Eva Marcille – Place of birth: Los Angeles, California, U.S, Date of birth: October 30, 1984
On the soap opera ‘The Young and the Restless’ She played the role of Tyra Hamilton as when she was 19 This stunning African-American woman started her career winning the third season of America’s Top Model.
7. Yaya DaCosta – Place of birth: Harlem, New York, U.S, Date of birth: November 15, 1982.
The charming actress has also appeared in commercials for Garnier, Sephora, Radioshack, and Dr. Scholl’s among others. by being a runner-up on the third season of America’s Top Model The gorgeous Yaya DaCosta who is an African-Brazilian-American model gained fame. She also played Whitney Houston in her biopic ‘Whitney’ in 2015, She has starred in ‘Chicago Med’ which is an NBC medical drama as Nurse April Sexton.
8. Aja Naomi King – Place of birth: Los Angeles, California, U.S, Date of birth: January 11, 1985
At the moment she is considered to be one of the most promising black actresses in Hollywood which is her breakthrough role Aja Naomi King currently plays ‘Michaela Pratt’ in this engaging ABC legal drama ‘How to Get Away With Murder’. she decided to pursue acting as the sight of blood made her feel sick even though she wanted to be a doctor As a young girl.
9. Lupita Nyong’o – Place of birth: Mexico City, Mexico, Date of birth: March 1, 1983
For Best Supporting Actress Her performance in her first feature film ‘12 Years A Slave’ won her an Academy Award. as a production assistant, The Oscar-winning Kenyan-Mexican actress began her Hollywood career.
10. Chimamanda Ngozi – Place of birth: Enugu, Nigeria, Date of birth: September 15, 1977
‘The Thing Around Your Neck’, Should All Be Feminists’, ‘Americanah’ are some of the written novels, short stories, and non-fiction of this talented Nigerian writer.
11. Rosario Dawson – Place of birth: New York, U.S, Date of birth: May 9, 1979
in the 1995 teenage drama ‘Kids’ The resourceful actress, singer, comic book writer, producer and political activist made her on-screen debut. she’s also involved with such charities, campaigns, and organizations.
12. Tyra Banks – Place of birth: Inglewood, California, U.S, Date of birth: December 4, 1973
To become one of the most successful black women in the world, she started off as an actress then a TV host, producer, and entrepreneur in Hollywood and the fashion industry.
13. Naomi Campbell – Place of birth: Streatham, United Kingdom, Date of birth: May 22, 1970
Naomi Campbell has the most amazing physique and manages to look nothing less than a Goddess Even at 47. at the age of 15 This fabulous English model and actress got her first break and has graced the cover of over 500 different magazines.
14. Gabrielle Union – Place of birth: Omaha, Nebraska, U.S, Date of birth: October 29, 1972
She does charity work both nationally and in her local community as She is an advocate for survivors of assault. Bad Boys II’, ‘Top Five’, ‘Isis in Bring it On’, ‘Think Like A Man’ are among Her most popular films after beginning her acting career in 1990.
15. Ciara – Place of birth: Austin, Texas, U.S, Date of birth: October 25, 1985
on a sensational note with her triple platinum album “Goodies” Ciara Princess Harris or known popularly as ‘Ciara’ began her singing career. Her award collection includes three BET Awards, three MTV Music Video Awards, and also a Grammy.
16. Janelle Monae – Place of birth: Kansas, U.S, Date of birth: December 1, 1985
In two feature films – ‘Hidden Figures’ and ‘Moonlight’, She has also played prominent roles both of which were Academy Award nominated. The very talented artist has garnered six Grammy nominations as She is a throwback to the classic retro style usually with her tuxedo pants with white button-down shirts and bow-ties.
17. Kerry Washington – Place of birth: The Bronx, New York, U.S, Date of birth: January 31, 1977
In 40 years she was the first black lead actress on a network drama As Olivia Pope in ‘Scandal’. Among her other prominent films, Save the Last Dance’, The Last King of Scotland’ and ‘Django Unchained’.
18 Meagan Good – Place of birth: Panorama City, L.A, California, U.S, Date of birth: August 8, 1981
This beauty is starring in the TV series “Californication” Currently. at the age of four, The American actress began her career and has appeared in a number of TV shows, films and music videos.
19. Halle Berry – Place of birth: Cleveland, Ohio, U.S, Date of birth: August 14, 1966
In the 2000s, She was one of the highest-paid actresses in Hollywood. in the Best Actress category, Halle Berry is the only black actress to have won an Academy Award.
20. Cassie – Place of birth: London, Connecticut, Date of birth: August 26, 1986
She made her acting debut in Step Up 2: The Streets but started off her career at a young age as a model and dancer and later moved on to singing. Cassie Ventura is known for her impeccable style and is an icon for many with her edgy, feminine and also sophisticated sense of fashion.
21. Alicia Keys – Place of birth: Manhattan, New York, U.S, Date of birth: January 25, 1981
Is there anything that Alicia Keys can’t do? As she is a 15-time Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, producer, actress and also a NY Times best-selling author.
22. Zoe Kravitz – Place of birth: Venice, L.A, California, U.S, Date of birth: December 1, 1988
she starred in the critically acclaimed HBO series called ‘Big Little Lies’. She has appeared in movies like X-Men: First Class, No Reservations and The Brave One and is the daughter of the famous musician Lenny Kravitz and Lisa Bonet.
23 Zoe Saldana – Place of birth: Passaic, New Jersey, U.S, Date of birth: June 19, 1978
She takes immense pride in her African ancestry, played a part in ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’, ‘Star Trek’ and ‘Avatar’ but made a breakthrough in ‘Center Stage’ as a dancer.
24 Rihanna – Place of birth: Saint Michael, Barbados, Date of birth: February 20, 1988
she is also one of the hottest women in the entertainment industry today, Besides being a multi-platinum selling, multiple award-winning rockstar and actress
25 Nathalie Emmanuel – Place of birth: Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom, Date of birth: March 2, 1989
For her role in the show HBO fantasy series ‘Game of Thrones’ This divine beauty plays ‘Missandei’. She has also appeared in Fast 7, The Fate of the Furious and The Maze Runner among others and has gained worldwide recognition and fame through.
26 Beyonce – Place of birth: Houston, Texas, U.S, Date of birth: September 4, 1981
She is a media mogul, a musician, a brand, a feminist, actress, and a mother. she has come to be a pop-culture icon and the most powerful pop star in the entertainment industry appealing to millions all around the globe.
