It’s Black History Month, and as fans of film, television, and all things entertainment, there’s no better time for Monkeys Fighting Robots to celebrate the work of actors of African descent. All of these actors are fulfilling dreams that their ancestors couldn’t even imagine were possible. Each actor, possessed by a need to create and entertain, are poised, talented, hard-working, and have an extensive filmography of varied roles that look into the soul of humanity. These 10 actors are pioneers with passion, focus, and skills they’ve used to entertain millions. They are not only heroes to future generations of artists but serve as an inspiration to people all over the world.
Celebrating Black History Month With
A Tribute To African-American Actors!
10. Alfre Woodard
A lot of people don’t realize the quiet, yet epic, legacy that Alfre Woodard has created. Most might know Alfre from television which makes sense because of her 18 (third most all-time!) Emmy nominations, winning four. But Woodard also earned Oscar and Grammy nominations, as well as winning a Golden Globe and three Screen Actors Guild awards.
What To Watch:
Cross Creek – 1983
Passion Fish – 1992
Miss Evers’ Boys – 1997
The Family That Preys – 2008
12 Years A Slave – 2013
