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03/03/2025

“Carol’s Daughter”

Lisa Price, born on May 18, 1962, in Brooklyn, New York, is a beauty entrepreneur and the founder of Carol’s Daughter, one of the first African American-owned natural hair and skincare brands to achieve national success. What started in her kitchen with a love for fragrance and aromatherapeutic oils transformed into a multi-million-dollar beauty empire that continues to thrive more than 30 years later.

Encouraged by her mother, Carol, Price began selling her homemade creams and hair products in 1993 with just $100 in cash. Selling at flea markets and out of her living room, her handmade products like Almond Cookie, Hair Milk, and Black Vanilla Hair Smoothie quickly gained a loyal following. By 1999, she opened her first boutique in Brooklyn’s Fort Greene neighborhood, and her business expanded to mail-order, website sales, and retail partnerships.

Carol’s Daughter made history when it became one of the first natural haircare brands to be featured on The Oprah Winfrey Show in 2002. By 2005, celebrity investors like Jada Pinkett Smith, Will Smith, and Mary J. Blige helped expand the brand, leading to the opening of a flagship store in Harlem. Price later partnered with HSN in 2008, introduced the now-iconic Monoi Oil Collection in 2011, and took Carol’s Daughter mainstream, launching in Target and 30,000 retail stores nationwide.

In 2014, Carol’s Daughter joined the L’Oréal family, a move that allowed the brand to expand its reach while maintaining its commitment to natural, high-quality ingredients. Price continues to play a vital role as Founder while serving on L’Oréal USA’s Executive Committee to provide insight on Black culture, diversity, and inclusion.

Beyond beauty, Price has dedicated herself to community empowerment and entrepreneurship. She is a recipient of numerous awards, including the National Black MBA Association’s Entrepreneur of the Year Award.

In 2017, Carol’s Daughter was honored with a permanent exhibit in the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, recognizing its influence on the natural haircare renaissance.

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02/03/2025

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24/02/2025

“HOV”

Shawn Corey Carter, better known as Jay-Z, was born on December 4, 1969, in Brooklyn, New York. Raised by his mother in the Marcy Projects, Jay-Z grew up surrounded by drugs, violence, and poverty. He turned to rap as a creative escape, drawing on his experiences to craft autobiographical lyrics. In 1989, he collaborated with Jaz-O, which earned them a spot on Yo! MTV Raps and inspired his stage name, Jay-Z, as an homage to his mentor and his childhood nickname, “Jazzy.”

In 1996 he co-founded Roc-a-Fella Records with Damon Dash and Kareem Burke. That same year, he released his debut album, Reasonable Doubt. His 1998 album, Vol. 2… Hard Knock Life, got him to mainstream success, earning him a Grammy and solidifying his place as one of hip-hop’s biggest stars.

In 2003, Jay-Z released The Black Album and announced his retirement from solo music, citing boredom due to a lack of competition. During his hiatus, he became president of Def Jam Recordings, where he signed Rihanna, Ne-Yo, and helped Kanye West transition into a best-selling artist. Jay-Z also expanded his business portfolio, launching ventures like Rocawear, the 40/40 Club, and Roc Nation Sports, while playing a role in relocating the Brooklyn Nets to his hometown.

Jay-Z ended his retirement in 2006 with Kingdom Come, followed by American Gangster (2007) and The Blueprint 3 (2009), paving the way for years of more music.

In 2008, he partnered with Live Nation to create Roc Nation, an entertainment powerhouse.

Roc Nation partnered with the NFL for entertainment and social activism initiatives, including the Super Bowl Halftime Show and the Inspire Change program. Forbes declared Jay-Z a billionaire, citing his stakes in Armand de Brignac champagne, Uber, and other ventures.

Jay-Z has won 24 Grammy Awards and received 89 nominations, making him one of the most awarded artists in Grammy history. He became the first rapper inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame and was later inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in October 2021.

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17/02/2025

"Ms. Lauryn Hill"

Lauryn Hill was born in South Orange, New Jersey. Her musical journey began in high school when she performed with her classmate Prakazrel ("Pras") Michel under the name Tranzlator Crew, later joined by Wyclef Jean. She also showcased her acting talent in the Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit. With her earnings from acting, she financed her group, which was renamed the Fugees in 1993. Although their debut album, Blunted on Reality (1994), received modest reviews, critics often highlighted Hill's standout performance, suggesting she pursue a solo career. The group's second album, The Score (1996), featuring a remake of Roberta Flack’s "Killing Me Softly with His Song," achieved monumental success, selling over 18 million copies and earning two Grammy Awards. During this period, Hill left her history studies at Columbia University to focus on her music career.

In 1996, Hill founded the Refugee Project to support underprivileged youth, and the following year, she and Rohan Marley, son of Bob Marley, welcomed their first child. In early 1998, Hill began crafting her solo album, recording at the Bob Marley Museum Studio in Jamaica. The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill was released in August 1998. Headlined by the hit single "Doo W*p (That Thing)," the album went multiplatinum globally. Hill received ten Grammy nominations in 1999, winning five, including Best New Artist and Album of the Year.

Lauryn Hill is one of the founders of neo-soul, The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill stood out for its deeply personal lyrics, exploring themes of self-discovery, family, and community. Following her debut, Hill released a two-disc live album from her MTV Unplugged performance in 2002. MTV Unplugged No. 2.0 featured Hill's raw acoustic guitar performance interwoven with emotional reflections on the burdens of fame.

In May 2024, Apple Music honored Lauryn Hill’s 1998 album The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill as one of the greatest albums of all time.

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10/02/2025

“Don Peebles”

Born on March 2, 1960, Roy Donahue Peebles grew up in Washington, D.C., the only son of a civil servant and a real estate broker. Following high school, Peebles enrolled at Rutgers University, intending to pursue a career in medicine. In 1979, he began his real estate career as an appraiser, opening his own firm within three years and securing major clients like the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development.

Peebles’ career soared in 1983 when Mayor Marion Barry appointed him to the District of Columbia’s Board of Equalization & Review. At 23, he became the youngest chairman of any board in Washington, D.C. 's history, a position he held until 1988. His real estate development career began in 1987 with a 100,000-square-foot office building in an economically challenged neighborhood in D.C. By 1989, he established a commercial tax assessment appeal firm with the highest success rate in Washington, D.C.

In 1995, while vacationing in Miami, Peebles read about the city’s search for a Black developer to revitalize two historic hotels. Inspired, he moved his company’s headquarters to Miami in 1997 and expanded The Peebles Corporation to include luxury hospitality and residential divisions. Peebles became the first African American to break into South Florida’s all-white developer ranks. His $60 million redevelopment of the Shorecrest and Royal Palm hotels marked a turning point, and his purchase and transformation of the Miami Beach Bath Club into a luxury condominium complex cemented his legacy.

Today, The Peebles Corporation is one of the nation’s leading privately held real estate companies, with a multi-billion-dollar portfolio spanning key markets like New York, Los Angeles, Boston, Miami, and Washington, D.C. Guided by its Affirmative Development™ principles, the company aims to empower women and minorities to close the wealth gap while creating opportunities alongside real estate projects.

A dedicated mentor to underprivileged youth, Peebles has served as Chairman of the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, and member of President Barack Obama’s National Finance Committee.

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03/02/2025

"Jasmine Crockett"

Jasmine Crockett, born on March 29, 1981, in St. Louis, Missouri, is a attorney and politician dedicated to protecting civil liberties and uplifting underrepresented communities. Raised in a family committed to public service, with her father as a preacher and teacher and her mother a USPS employee, Crockett’s values of justice and equality were instilled early. She earned her B.A. in Business Administration from Rhodes College and her J.D. from the University of Houston Law Center, becoming licensed to practice law in Texas, Arkansas, and federal courts.

Crockett began her career as a public defender, tirelessly representing vulnerable clients and fighting systemic injustices. She later opened her own civil rights, criminal defense, and personal injury law firm, where she took on high-profile cases, including pro bono representation of over 400 peaceful protesters and the families of victims of police brutality, such as Jordan Edwards and Jacqueline Craig.

In 2020, Crockett was elected to the Texas House of Representatives, becoming the youngest Black lawmaker and the sole Black freshman during the 87th Legislative Session. Despite navigating one of the most conservative sessions in Texas history, she filed more bills than any other freshman, passing bipartisan criminal justice reforms and advocating for voting rights, labor protections, and environmental justice. Her leadership earned her numerous accolades, including being named Freshman of the Year by the Dallas Observer and recognition on The Root 100 List of Most Influential African Americans.

In January 2023, Crockett succeeded the late Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson as the U.S. Representative for Texas’ 30th Congressional District. Elected as Freshman Leadership Representative, she serves on the House Committees on Oversight and Accountability, Agriculture, and the Judiciary Select Committee on the Weaponization of the Federal Government. Crockett remains a passionate advocate for voting rights, healthcare access, and economic equity.

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27/01/2025

"Karl Kani"

Carl Williams, better known as Karl Kani, was born in Costa Rica and migrated to the U.S. with his family at just two years old, settling in Flatbush, Brooklyn. Inspired by his father, who had his clothes made by a tailor, Carl developed an early interest in fashion. At age 16, he made his first suit, and by 21, he moved cross-country to pursue his dreams.

He opened a store in Los Angeles, but his progress was derailed by an armed robbery that left him starting over from scratch. Undeterred, Carl pressed forward, attending tradeshows and networking to establish his brand. A turning point came when he met Carl Jones of Cross Colours, who recognized the potential of Karl Kani designs. Under the Threads 4 Life corporation, Karl Kani gained retail access and grew its footprint.

By the mid-90s, Carl used the $500,000 profit from Karl Kani to buy back his trademark from Threads 4 Life, launching Karl Kani Infinity to control his brand’s destiny. During this time, he crossed paths with Diddy, then working at Uptown Records, who became the first major figure in music to wear Karl Kani in a campaign in 1991. This co-sign helped propel the brand into the spotlight.

Karl Kani became synonymous with the oversized clothing trend in hip-hop. Carl intentionally designed loose-fitting clothes, aligning with the style preferences of the time. The trend caught fire, with everyone from rap groups to everyday fans embracing the look.

A pivotal moment came when Carl met Tupac Shakur, who was already wearing Karl Kani. When Carl asked how much Pac would charge to appear in a commercial, Pac replied, “You’re Black, I don’t charge my people.” Staying true to his word, Pac became the brand’s biggest influencer, wearing Karl Kani at the premiere of Poetic Justice and spreading its influence globally.

With Pac’s endorsement, Karl Kani solidified its status as a 90s cultural staple, eventually expanding internationally to markets in Japan, China, and England. From a humble start in Brooklyn to becoming the “Godfather of Urban Streetwear".

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20/01/2025

“Marsai Martin”

Born in Plano, Texas, Marsai Martin began acting before she could even talk. At just five years old, she landed her first national commercial for The Choice Hotel in the ad “Voice of the People.” After relocating to Los Angeles, Martin was cast as Diane Johnson on the Emmy-nominated hit comedy Black-ish. Her role as the youngest daughter on Kenya Barris’ ABC sitcom earned her nominations at the NAACP Image Awards, BET Awards, and SAG Awards.

In April 2022, She became the world’s youngest executive producer to star in her own film with 2019’s Little. Through her company, Genius Productions, which she launched at just 14, Martin continues to champion positive Black stories, making her one of Hollywood’s brightest stars.

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13/01/2025

“K.DOT”

Kendrick Lamar Duckworth was born on June 17, 1987, in Compton, California, named after Eddie Kendricks of The Temptations. Growing up in Section 8 housing, Kendrick and his family faced homelessness while navigating the challenges of gang violence and police brutality in their community. His seventh-grade teacher, Mr. Inge, sparked his love for poetry and creative writing, leading Kendrick to process his experiences through rhymes and metaphors.

By high school, Kendrick adopted the name K-Dot, releasing his first mixtape, Y.H.N.I.C. (2003), which landed him a deal with Top Dawg Entertainment. Joining the hip-hop collective Black Hippy with Ab-Soul, Jay Rock, and ScHoolboy Q, Kendrick’s talent caught the attention of Dr. Dre, who signed him to Aftermath Entertainment.

His major-label debut, good kid, m.A.A.d city (2012), was a critical and commercial success, featuring hits like “Swimming Pools (Drank)” and “Poetic Justice.” Lamar reached new heights with To Pimp a Butterfly (2015), blending jazz, funk, and spoken word. The album won a Grammy for Best Rap Album, and his live performance of “The Blacker the Berry” and “Alright” at the 2016 Grammys became a cultural moment.

In 2017, “DAMN.” elevated Kendrick’s legacy, earning him Grammys and making history as the first hip-hop artist to win the Pulitzer Prize for Music. The Pulitzer board praised DAMN. as “a virtuosic song collection unified by its vernacular authenticity.” That same year, Lamar curated and performed on the Black Panther soundtrack, further solidifying his cultural influence.

Kendrick returned in 2022 with Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers, a double album exploring themes of self-reflection, generational trauma, and growth. The same year, he launched his own label, pgLang, with Dave Free, ending his partnership with Top Dawg Entertainment.

In February 2025, he will headline the Super Bowl 59 halftime show at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana.

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15/11/2024

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29/10/2024

New episode of the Hella Inspired podcast drops on Friday, Nov 1!

Tap in and meet award-Winning Activist, Author, Spelman College student, and McDonald’s Change Leader, featured on BET, Essence Magazine, and Revolt TV. Nyla shares her journey as Founder of My Roots Are Rich, a nonprofit dedicated to fighting systemic racism in education and empowering children through meaningful representation.

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26/10/2024

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