The “strong Black woman” stereotype, which has been perpetuated for centuries, has a dark side as it erases the complexity and vulnerability of Black women, and can contribute to mental health issues and a lack of authenticity.
Taraji P. Henson
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Taraji P. Henson’s candid revelation sparks industry support for equal pay
Taraji P. Henson’s candid interview sheds light on the financial struggles of actors and the importance of diversifying income streams.
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‘Hidden Figures’ takes top ensemble honor
Denzel, Viola and Mahershala garner individual acting accolades The La La Land juggernaut hit a speed bump at the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Awards on Sunday, when it only took home one trophy, Emma Stone’s for Best Actress in a Leading Role. On an evening dominated by African American entrants, Blacks prevailed in the other three […]
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“Hidden Figures” — NASA docu-drama belatedly credits unsung African American mathematicians
All of the astronauts picked by NASA to participate in its maiden manned space programs, Mercury and Gemini, were White males. However, behind the scenes, there was a dedicated team of African American women mathematicians who played a pivotal role in ensuring that they launched and returned safely, whether from orbiting the Earth or a […]