Can you think
of any black actresses under 30 who are headlining films?
Niecy Nash is one
of those Black actresses who has 20 years worth of credits under her belt while (White) Hollywood is just catching on.
In an industry as white as hollywood, the racially problematic «attraction question» is part of what reduces the shelf life
of black actresses.
Addressing the casting
of a black actress as Hermione Granger, JK Rowling wrote,» «Canon: brown eyes, frizzy hair and very clever.
Not exact matches
Here's a conversation we don't want to miss:
Black - ish
actress and all - around brilliant bae Tracee Ellis Ross will interview our forever first lady, Michelle Obama, this Saturday, May 5, at the United State
of Women Summit at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles — and we officially know how we're spending this weekend.
Actress Kerry Washington has been at the forefront
of calling for more diversity — and her work on Scandal is credited with opening doors for more
black actors challenging stereotypes on TV.
She cast two
of the three supernatural figures who guide Meg on her quest as women
of color (Oprah Winfrey and Mindy Kaling), and cast a little - known
black actress named Storm Reid as Meg herself.
All this talk about names and religion reminds
of the fairly well - known
black motion - picture
actress, Butterfly McQueen.
The Garden had been owned at one time by Russian
actress Alla Nazimova, who had the pool built in the shape
of the
Black Sea to remind her
of home.
Totals: Four men murdered by an axe - wielding Hound; one religious zealot decapitated by hand; three outlaws hanged; one
actress knifed; one assassin's face added to the House
of Black and White's creepy trophy wall.
Along with live video interviews with Liverpool legend John Barnes and former world cruiserweight boxing champion Tony Bellew, guests including Dr Colin King
of the
Black and Asian Coaches Association, professional boxer Natasha Jones,
actress Phina Orouche and Kick It Out's Troy Townsend will all make speeches on the evening.
That tells you that grey may be that seasons new
black along with pinstripe patterned trousers with a loose fit reminiscent
of the type
of trousers that
actress Lauren Bacall wore in the 1940's.
The
actress complained that 80 percent
of the New Yorkers arrested for marijuana are
black or Latino, despite the fact that whites and minorities use marijuana at roughly the same rates.
In 2014, NCIS
actress Pauley Perrette tweeted a photo
of herself with a very swollen face after experiencing a reaction to
black hair dye; the next year, a British woman made headlines for nearly dying after attempting to go blonde.
Actress, producer, champion for diversity and women's rights, and one
of the stars
of the upcoming
Black Panther film, Lupita Nyong» o manages to prioritize her health and wellness while making movies in Hollywood and beyond.
Alysia Reiner
actress, filmmaker, mother, alysiareiner.com, Star
of TV Show «Orange is the new
black»
Here's Mad Men
actress Kiernan Shipka, engaging in normal, everyday teenage girl activities (probably) while carrying a Miu Miu Mini Satchel with a silver metallic leather finish and wearing a Rodarte tee paired with a
black mini skirt and a pretty awesome pair
of black leather creepers.
The director and
actress both pair this silver studded Michael Kors dress with
black ankle - strap sandals, but the Vampire Diaries star adds a unique accessory in the form
of a girlie hair bow.
Mixing a menswear - inspired
black vest and feminine floral pants (both by Stella McCartney), the
actress attends the premiere
of her new German film, Der Nächste, Bitte!
The
actress steps out in a
black Band
of Outsiders jumpsuit with a pop
of color on her lips while supporting sister Kate at the N.Y.C. premiere
of House
of Cards.
Also at the House
of Cards premiere in N.Y.C., the
actress opts for another refined look, this time featuring a silver lace Dolce & Gabbana sheath with white trim and
black Brian Atwood peep - toe heels.
The
actress has all her skin - baring bases covered in this long - sleeve
black gown, accessorized with white ankle - band sandals for the L.A. premiere
of The Rover.
Stepping out in London for a screening
of her new film, The Hundred Foot Journey, the
actress is the epitome
of glam in a Suzannah pleated floral - print silk midi, accessorized with a
black belt and some seriously well - coordinated accessories (her jewels, pumps and clutch all have onyx accents).
The
actress takes a risk in a Christian Dior asymmetrical periwinkle coat, a white blouse,
black knee - length shorts and pointy pumps at the New York Film Festival premiere
of Two Days, One Night.
For the Cake press conference, the
actress goes with a demure RED Valentino mini featuring a spotted print that, from a distance, reads almost animal, but up close, is clusters
of black, white and poppy - pink dots that match her lip color.
The
actress selects a low - key look, a mostly -
black ensemble, except for the touch
of red in her patterned trousers, to celebrate her Broadway debut in You Can't Take It With You.
The
actress is giving us major pilgrim vibes in an
black velvet Emporio Armani mini with a high collar at the Guardians
of the Galaxy Hollywood premiere.
The
actress gives us some fresh work outfit inspiration in this
black - and - white print button - down,
black skinnies and metallic pointy - toe pumps at a screening
of her new film If I Stay in Coconut Grove, FL..
Continuing to steer clear
of all things
black, the
actress stood out wearing a Saint Laurent dress textured in silver and gold glimmering sequins and clusters
of slick bugle beads.
The
actress looked stunning in a
black Burberry gown and Repossi jewellery for the launch of My Burberry Black, of which she is the
black Burberry gown and Repossi jewellery for the launch
of My Burberry
Black, of which she is the
Black,
of which she is the face
The Downton Abbey
actress opted for a classic Burberry trench and statement mini skirt to support former co-star Lily James at the launch
of My Burberry
Black
Once again accenting an all -
black outfit with a dramatic jacket (plus a Meus Designs ring and stylish clutch), the
actress brings her own brand
of flair to the Svedka - sponsored Silent House red carpet in N.Y.C.
After a string
of long, flowy, romantic designs, the
actress goes short and sexy in a
black Mugler minidress featuring a metallic collar and open back for an appearance on the Late Show with David Letterman.
The
actress steers her cropped
black pants away from Snoozeville via a colorful tank that exposes a hint
of her bandeau bra, plus Ancient Greek slides and a statement necklace.
For an Oxfam event in Washington, D.C., the
actress chooses a vibrant magenta Dolce & Gabbana dress with a wrapped bodice,
black peep - toes and House
of Lavande drop earrings.
The
actress hits the perfect mix
of sexy and classy in an aqua number, plus strappy tan heels and a
black blazer.
Her
black, fringe - based skirt suit and
black pumps fit naturally among the stylish looks
of models and
actresses.
Why we like it: The
actress attended the premiere in a truly multifaceted Emanuel Ungaro Fall 2013 wrap dress featuring two equally vibrant shades
of blue lined with
black trim.
The Carrie
actress wore her Gucci dress with similarly understated accessories — a pair
of black peep - toe sandals and a simple silver necklace.
Then, for the after party — perhaps to drive home the point that she is * THE STAR *
of the movie — the
actress slipped into this spangled sheer bodysuit (worn tastefully under a
black oversized blazer).
Most tweens have an awkward phase, but the
actress has skipped that (lucky) and gone directly from cute kid to stylish young lady, as proven by her floral fit - and - flare RED Valentino mini with a
black dotted illusion neckline at the L.A. premiere
of Justin Bieber's Believe.
The
actress wore a
black v - neck crop top from Zara, which I have been cruising for a while now, with a high - waisted
black Balenciaga midi skirt,
black pumps and a mixture
of black, gold and silver accessories including Alexander Wang pumps, a TopShop
black studded clutch and a Melinda Maria cuff.
The
actress stuns in this
black Alexander McQueen dress with an embellished collar and an Anndra Neen clutch at the premiere
of her new movie White House Down in Washington D.C.
So, it was a bit
of a surprise to see that the
actress opted for a
black dress when it came to the UK premiere
of Huge held at the Empire cinema in London this June.
The Orange Is the New
Black actress is almost unrecognizable out
of her khakis and in this Costume National gown, which she wears to accept the Emmy for outstanding guest
actress.
The nude illusion is cast perfectly as a backdrop to the delicate
black beaded design
of draped netting falling sensually around the
actress.
Rooney Mara: The
actress looks to be continuing 2018 with her favoured colour palette
of black and white with this Givenchy Spring 2018 lace - accented, asymmetrical dress.
It's the season
of Natalie Portman, and Best
Actress in a Drama winner (for
Black Swan) glowed in this pink and red Viktor & Rolf gown.
Actress and supermodel Amber Valletta was spotted coming out
of her NYC hotel with a quilted
black leather Chanel Classic Flap Bag, flap flapping in the breeze.
The
actress tempers her bold chartreuse Chagoury Couture lace dress with standout
black accessories, including Dana Davis heels, at the London premiere
of her film The Sessions.