african american actors

A biography of the African American actor who earned a historic second Academy Award in 2002 for his portrayal of Detective Alonzo Harris in the movie "Training Day.".

The life and career of the African-American talk-show host who has become an entertainment giant is presented in text with accompanying photographs.

Chronicles the life of African-American film actress Dorothy Dandridge.

Describes the life and early death of the rap musician and actor Tupac Shakur.

Tells the life story of African-American actress Halle Berry, covering such topics as her portrayal of Dorothy Dandridge, her marriage to David Justice, and her Oscar win.

A biography of the African-American actor who rose to the top of his profession, won an Academy Award, and was named one of the most popular movie stars in 1998.

A brief biography of actor Denzel Washington that profiles his childhood, struggles and triumphs as an actor, and his many contributions to his community.

Explores the life and achievements of Oprah Winfrey; discussing her troubled childhood; her careers as a news anchorwoman, actor, and a talk show host; and her role in the promotion of the National Child Protection Law.

"Read about Will Smith--how he became a rapper, his first acting job, and his movie career"--Provided by publisher.

Presents a biography of a famous biracial American Halle Berry, an academy award winning actress.