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Feb. 19: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Michael K. Williams
During his time on screen, Williams became one of the country’s most prominent actors and was described as a "singular presence, onscreen and off, who made every role his own.”
Feb 19, 2022 6:00 AM
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Feb 14: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Chris Rock
Chris Rock has become one of the most successful and well-known stand-ups in modern comedy, earning him the moniker, “funniest man in America."
Feb 14, 2022 9:52 AM
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Feb 28: Brooklyn Black History Maker, John Davis
Davis was a legend in Olympic weightlifting who remained unbeaten for most of his near two decades-long career
Feb 28, 2021 4:49 PM
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Feb 26: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Yasiin Bey aka Mos Def
Yasiin Bey is an entertainer who has achieved international acclaim, but has never forgotten his Brooklyn roots
Feb 26, 2021 10:40 AM
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Feb 25: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Chris Rock
Chris Rock has become one of the most successful and well-known stand-ups in modern comedy, earning him the moniker, "funniest man in America.
Feb 25, 2021 10:20 AM
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Feb 24: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Gabourey Sidibe
Gabourey Sidibe broke barriers, defied stereotypes and is defining her own success
Feb 24, 2021 10:44 AM
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Feb 22: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Maxwell
Grammy Award-winning artist Maxwell has been credited for spearheading the neo-soul movement.
Feb 22, 2021 10:45 AM
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Feb 19: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Carmelo Anthony
Over the course of his basketball career, Anthony has become one of the game's great scorers.
Feb 19, 2021 11:44 AM
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Feb 18: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Dr. Susan McKinney Steward
Raised in Crown Heights, Dr. McKinney Steward was the first Black woman to earn a medical degree in New York.
Feb 18, 2021 9:59 AM
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Feb 16: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Mike Tyson
"Iron Mike" Tyson is considered one of the best heavyweight boxers of all time
Feb 16, 2021 9:50 AM
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