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Crime, Criminal Justice, News

Alabama Police Beat and Killed This Black Woman 80 Years Ago. Her Family is Just Now Learning the Truth.

Hattie DeBardelaben was a 46-year-old mother of seven when she died in the back of a police car.

By

Angela Johnson

Published

November 25, 2024
Culture

Reesa Teesa, Shannon Sharpe, Kevin Garnett Bring Black History Month to an End With Lots of Drama

More from our most popular posts and videos from this the week in Black culture.

By

The Root Bot

Published

March 2, 2024
Black History Month, Culture

On This Day in Black History: Hattie McDaniel Becomes 1st-Ever Black Oscar Winner

As Black History Month 2024 officially comes to a close, there’s still a momentous occasion to celebrate before we say goodbye.

By

Shanelle Genai

Published

February 29, 2024
Entertainment

Hattie McDaniel’s Academy Award Vanished 50 Years Ago, but It Will Finally be Replaced

The replacement Oscar plaque will be given to Howard University, where the original disappeared.

By

Amira Castilla

Published

September 27, 2023