We are proud to celebrate their contributions to the entertainment industry and their commitment to amplifying diverse voices.
Born in 1884, Micheaux directed 44 films throughout his career.
Micheauxs first feature was the now-lost black-and-white filmThe Homesteader.
Lil Rel Howery, Wendi McLendon-Covey & Dianne Houston.Frazer Harrison/Getty Images/Michael Tullberg/Getty Images/Jim Spellman/WireImage.
From Chicagos streets to the silver screen, their stories inspire us all.
