Fats Waller was a jazz pianist, organist, composer, singer, and comedic entertainer. He is known for his famous compositions, Ain’t No Misbehavin’ and Honeysuckle Rose. He was caricatured in Mother Goose Goes to Hollywood released in 1938.
Lincoln Theodore Monroe Andrew Perry, a comedian and actor who took on the name Stephen Fetchit, was considered a controversial actor in his time. He took on acting roles that portrayed African-Americans as lazy. However, he became the first… Continue Reading
Johnny Brown, an actor and singer, is famous for his role as Nathan Bookman on Good Times. Mr. Brown was the host of The Mouse Factory for four episodes.
Kiara Muhammad, 15, is the voice of Doc McStuffins, the lovable doctor who fixes toys on Disney Junior. Kiara has made guest appearances on the television shows NCIS and Hart of Dixie.
I am a fan of most things Disney. This includes merchandise, television shows, and of course runDisney. For some strange reason I decided I wanted to do a half marathon at Walt Disney World in 2007. I believe I got caught… Continue Reading
A little known gem at Walt Disney World is Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground. Now before I go too far in this post let me clarify that I am not one that gets excited about the best tactical backpack to… Continue Reading
Hattie McDaniel was the first African-American to win an Academy Award. She won the award for Best Supporting Actress for her outstanding performance as Mammy in Gone with the Wind. Ms. McDaniel did more than act in films. She was… Continue Reading