Black History Month

Black Television Little Known Facts

Did you know some of these fun facts about some of your favorite Black film and TV shows from back in the day?

John Amos And Louis Gossett Jr. On How 'Roots' Is More Important Than Ever, 45 Years Later: 'We're On A Slippery Slope'
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John Amos And Louis Gossett Jr. On How 'Roots' Is More Important Than Ever, 45 Years Later: 'We're On A Slippery Slope'
Shanique Yates
DeRay Davis Wishes Fans Of Black Comedy Knew The Legacy Behind The Jokes And Social Media Rehashing Deep Cuts
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DeRay Davis Wishes Fans Of Black Comedy Knew The Legacy Behind The Jokes And Social Media Rehashing Deep Cuts
Monique Jones
Brandy Initially Didn't Want To Audition For Moesha And Said 'Everybody Thought I Sucked'
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Brandy Initially Didn't Want To Audition For Moesha And Said 'Everybody Thought I Sucked'
Jordan Simon
Kelsey Grammer On Bringing 'Girlfriends' To Television And Meeting Mara Brock Akil: She 'Did A Hell Of A Job'
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Kelsey Grammer On Bringing 'Girlfriends' To Television And Meeting Mara Brock Akil: She 'Did A Hell Of A Job'
Monique Jones
'The Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air': Why Daphne Maxwell Reid Originally Passed On The Role Of Aunt Viv
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'The Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air': Why Daphne Maxwell Reid Originally Passed On The Role Of Aunt Viv
Monique Jones
Jaleel White Reveals Why He Initially Auditioned For 'Family Matters' And Who Helped Him Secure The Role
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Jaleel White Reveals Why He Initially Auditioned For 'Family Matters' And Who Helped Him Secure The Role
Monique Jones
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