Exclusive: Rev. Al Sharpton, More Black Leaders, Celebs Share Life-Changing Lessons
Everything You Need To Know About Fredi Washington, The Black Hollywood Star Who Refused To Pass As White
A Peek Inside Aretha Franklin’s 1990s Detroit Mansion, In Honor of Her 84th Birthday
What Happened to the Careers of These Black Oscar Winners?
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Black Athletes You Should Watch During the Olympic Games
From medalist Erin Jackson to rookie Daryl Payne Jr. breaking the color barrier in the skeleton competition, these Olympic Games are set to be one to remember.
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A Peek Inside Aretha Franklin’s 1990s Detroit Mansion, In Honor of Her 84th Birthday
In honor of what would have been her 84th birthday, check out the beautiful palace that the Queen of Soul called home!
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What Happened to the Careers of These Black Oscar Winners?
Winning an Oscar has the potential to make or break an actor’s career. Now, we’re looking deeper into their stories.
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Tragedies and Vile Racism That Happened During Black History Month
From Malcolm X’s assassination to the N-word scandal at the BAFTA’s, here’s some of the many terrible Black History Month moments which impacted our community.
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BHM 2026: Black History Documentaries That Won’t Traumatize You
Black history is more than just reliving the traumatizing experiences and of our past! Check out these Black documentaries focused on celebrating Black joy.
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A Look Inside The Homes of Legendary Black History Leaders
We’re looking into the homes of Black leaders, including Carter G. Woodson, Medgar Evers and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
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2026 BHM: Secret Black Systems That Kept Us Alive (And Still Do)
From mutual aid societies to churches and colonies, Black communities have built lifelines when the American system refused to provide.
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BHM 2026: Why Gen Z Should Watch These Classic Black Shows This Black History Month
From “The Jeffersons” to “All That,” here are 13 Black TV shows that Gen Z and millennials should absolutely watch this Black History Month.
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Say It Loud: The Ultimate Black History Month 2026 Playlist
This February, we’re listening to these soul, R&B and hip-hop hits by some of our favorite Black artists.
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Exclusive: Rev. Al Sharpton, More Black Leaders, Celebs Share Life-Changing Lessons
The Root Exclusive Series: Black History Month was established 100 years ago, in February 1926. To commemorate this momentous occasion, 100 Black thought leaders and creators share their collective wisdom and insight for the culture in this ongoing series.