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Lew Dockstader Bert Williams, shown here in blackface, was the highest-paid African-American entertainer of his day.. This is a list of entertainers known to have performed in blackface makeup, whether in a minstrel show, as satire or historical depiction of such roles, or in a portrayal of a character using makeup as a racial disguise, for whatever reason.
Black men paint their faces with charcoal which represents three things. Firstly, the blackface is used as a tool to remember their African ancestors. Secondly, the black face is representative of the disguise or concealment on the run which slaves would have used to evade the Spanish colonizers.
American actor Billy Porter wore a tuxedo dress in black velvet designed by Christian Siriano on the red carpet of the 91st Academy Awards on February 24, 2019. At the time, Porter had recently come into public view for his breakout role in the FX television series Pose and had been receiving attention for his boundary-pushing red carpet attire ...
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25 famous Black American actors and their most important roles Here’s a star-studded list of 25 famous Black actors in Hollywood you should know. #1 John David Washington
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This is a list of African-American actors by alphabetical order. To be included in this list, the person must have a Wikipedia article and/or references showing the person is African American and a notable actor.
Black American actors over 50 don’t always get the recognition they deserve — even from major institutions like the Academy Awards. Still, their legacy and influence is undeniable.