#1
Which African American comedian starred in the sitcom 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air'?
Will Smith
ExplanationWill Smith played the lead role in 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air'.
#2
Who is often referred to as the 'Queen of Hip-Hop Soul'?
Mary J. Blige
ExplanationMary J. Blige is acclaimed as the 'Queen of Hip-Hop Soul' due to her influential contributions to the genre.
#3
Which rapper starred in the movie '8 Mile'?
Eminem
ExplanationEminem starred in the movie '8 Mile'.
#4
Who was the first African American woman to win the Academy Award for Best Actress?
Halle Berry
ExplanationHalle Berry made history as the first African American woman to win the Academy Award for Best Actress.
#5
Which hip-hop group released the album 'Straight Outta Compton'?
N.W.A
ExplanationN.W.A released the album 'Straight Outta Compton'.
#6
Who is the lead vocalist of the band 'The Roots'?
Black Thought
ExplanationBlack Thought serves as the lead vocalist of 'The Roots'.
#7
Which film is often considered the breakthrough role for actor Denzel Washington?
Glory
Explanation'Glory' is widely recognized as Denzel Washington's breakthrough role, earning him critical acclaim.
#8
Who directed the critically acclaimed film 'Get Out'?
Jordan Peele
ExplanationJordan Peele directed the critically acclaimed film 'Get Out'.
#9
Which famous comedian starred in the stand-up special 'Killing Them Softly'?
Dave Chappelle
ExplanationDave Chappelle starred in the stand-up special 'Killing Them Softly'.
#10
Who portrayed the character of Martin Luther King Jr. in the film 'Selma'?
David Oyelowo
ExplanationDavid Oyelowo portrayed Martin Luther King Jr. in the film 'Selma'.
#11
Which actress starred in the TV series 'Scandal' as Olivia Pope?
Kerry Washington
ExplanationKerry Washington portrayed Olivia Pope in the TV series 'Scandal'.
#12
Who directed the film adaptation of the musical 'Dreamgirls'?
Lee Daniels
ExplanationLee Daniels directed the film adaptation of the musical 'Dreamgirls'.
#13
Which famous singer-songwriter was featured in the movie 'Hustlers' alongside Jennifer Lopez and Constance Wu?
Cardi B
ExplanationCardi B, the famous singer-songwriter, appeared in the movie 'Hustlers' alongside Jennifer Lopez and Constance Wu.
#14
Which actress won an Academy Award for her role in 'Moonlight'?
Naomie Harris
ExplanationNaomie Harris won an Academy Award for her role in 'Moonlight'.
#15
Which African American musician is known for her hit singles 'Cranes in the Sky' and 'Don't Touch My Hair'?
Solange
ExplanationSolange gained fame for hit singles like 'Cranes in the Sky' and 'Don't Touch My Hair'.
#16
Which African American musician released the album 'To Pimp a Butterfly'?
Kendrick Lamar
ExplanationKendrick Lamar released the album 'To Pimp a Butterfly'.
#17
Who was the first African American woman to win the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress?
Hattie McDaniel
ExplanationHattie McDaniel was the first African American woman to win an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress.