This last post will bring some information about possible well-known people who have African blood or were possibly mulatto. These theories are still being fleshed out. J.Edgar Hoover It was a secret in many black circles that Hoover was passing as white. Apparently, some black communities in the East, it was generally believed Edgar had black roots and was … [Read more...] about Saturday Open Thread: Historical and Modern People and Figures Who Are Black
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Thursday Open Thread: Historical and Modern People and Figures Who Are Black
This week's thread has highlighted some historical and modern people who have passed. I am going to highlight an actor who admitted his mother was black about 5 or 6 years ago. Thomas Edward "Tom" Sizemore, Jr. (born November 29, 1961) is an American film and television actor and producer. He is known for his supporting roles in films such as Born on the Fourth of July … [Read more...] about Thursday Open Thread: Historical and Modern People and Figures Who Are Black
Wednesday Open Thread: Historical and Modern People and Figures Who Are Black
Anatole Paul Broyard (July 16, 1920 – October 11, 1990) was an American writer, literary critic and editor born in New Orleans who wrote for The New York Times. In addition to his many reviews and columns, he published short stories, essays, and two books during his lifetime. His autobiographical works, Intoxicated by My Illness (1992) and Kafka Was the Rage: A Greenwich … [Read more...] about Wednesday Open Thread: Historical and Modern People and Figures Who Are Black
Saturday Open Thread: Passing
Tuesday Open Thread: Passing
GOOD MORNING, P.O.U.! We continue our series on Passing. This one is gonna blow your mind! LAWRENCE DENNIS (December 25, 1893 – August 20, 1977) … [Read more...] about Tuesday Open Thread: Passing