Pop culture is as American as apple pie. Enjoy the stories behind favorite hobbies, sports, and collectibles.
The story of how the first dog who played Sandy in Annie is as dramatic and heartwarming as the story of how little orphan Annie found a home with Daddy […]
Sandy, the Canine Star of Broadway’s Little Orphan Annie Read More »
Moms was a first; no previous stand-up female comedian preceded Mabley First woman comedian to be featured at the Apollo Theater (1930s); she went on to appear there more times
Jackie “Moms” Mabley: Trailblazing Comedian Read More »
World-class athlete specializing in the high jump First African American woman to win an Olympic gold medal (1948 in London); paved the way for other young women to follow their
Alice Coachman (1923-2014): First African American Woman to Win an Olympic Gold Medal Read More »
First African-American woman to sing on radio First African-American to win an Oscar (Best Supporting Actress for her role in Gone with the Wind); however, McDaniel was not permitted to
Hattie McDaniel (1895-1952), First African-American to Win an Oscar Read More »
Top National League catcher of his day Second Black player selected to play in the Major Leagues Inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame 1969 His playing career was ended
Roy Campanella (1921-1993), Negro League Superstar Chosen to Move to Major Leagues Read More »
• First African American to have a regular role on a nationwide radio–and then television–program • Though the character of Rochester was a valet, Anderson, working with Jack Benny, developed
Eddie Anderson (1905-1977): Created Role of Rochester Read More »
