Deborah Kaye Allen American actress, dancer, choreographer, singer-songwriter, director, producer is born.
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June 13, 2019
Missy Elliott is inducted to the Songwriters Hall of Fame, becoming the first female rapper to receive this honor.
January 15, 1971
Regina Rene King American actress and director is born.
July 21, 1656
Elizabeth Key Grinstead wins her lawsuit gaining her freedom and that of her first son from slavery.
October 11, 1992
Belcalis Almanzar known professionally as Cardi B, an American rapper is born.
May 16, 1966
Janet Jackson American Singer, Songwriter, Dancer, and Actress is born.
April 4, 1928
Maya Angelou American Poet is born.
August 26, 1918
Katherine Johnson American Mathematician is born.
February 21, 1936
Barbara Jordan American Lawyer, Educator, and Politician is born.
February 1, 1998
Lillian Fishburne became the first black woman promoted to Rear Admiral (RDML) in the United States Navy.