Black History Month

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.”

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."

Davis was a legend in Olympic weightlifting who remained unbeaten for most of his near two decades-long career

Yasiin Bey is an entertainer who has achieved international acclaim, but has never forgotten his Brooklyn roots

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.”

Gabourey Sidibe broke barriers, defied stereotypes and is defining her own success

Grammy Award-winning artist Maxwell has been credited for spearheading the neo-soul movement.

Over the course of his basketball career, Anthony has become one of the game's great scorers.

Raised in Crown Heights, Dr. McKinney Steward was the first Black woman to earn a medical degree in New York.

"Iron Mike" Tyson is considered one of the best heavyweight boxers of all time