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On this day in 1972: Sammy Davis Jr. breaks barriers as the first African-American Oscars host; Isaac Hayes wins for ‘Shaft’
On April 10, 1972, Sammy Davis Jr. made history as the first African-American to host the Academy Awards. Sharing hosting duties with Alan King,...
Rev. Cecil Murray, Esteemed L.A. Pastor and Civil Rights Leader, Passes Away at 94
Los Angeles pastor, civil rights advocate, and community leader, Rev. Dr. Cecil Murray, passed away on Friday night at the age of 94, following...
On this day in 1960, the African National Congress was banned in South Africa
The African National Congress (ANC) was banned on this day in 1960. In 1912, the ANC emerged as South Africa’s governing party with a...
On this day in 1968, Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. was tragically shot and killed by James Earl Ray
On April 4, 1968, Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., a revered figure in the civil rights movement and a recipient of the Nobel Peace...
On this day in 1961, comedic genius Eddie Murphy was born
Eddie Murphy was born on April 3, 1961. From his humble beginnings in Brooklyn, New York, Murphy rose to prominence with his talent and...