Ellis Haizlip — a pioneering television producer
Early Life and Vision Ellis Haizlip was a pioneering television producer and host, renowned for his groundbreaking work in promoting African-American culture through the medium... Read More
Television
TV: Watch Your Mouth | 11/1977
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Recognizing the need to broadcast programs that reflect the Black experience without pandering to stereotypical punch lines has led to the development of Watch Your... Read More
Media — Lawanda Page is Esther and a Snake Dancer | 1980-5-7
Someone once told me that a man at a hamburger stand somewhere near St. Louis, knew that LaWanda Page used to be a snake dancer... Read More
Celebrating Freda Payne: A Timeless Talent’s Birthday
Today, we celebrate the birthday of Freda Payne, an iconic American singer and actress born on September 19, 1942. Freda Payne‘s illustrious career spanning from... Read More