38 Attractive Black Female Celebrities 2023

Celebrities are idolized and adored by many people all over the world. Of course, there is something to be said about nearly everyone on this list, but some have made a name for themselves by taking acting or modeling to new heights. The top 38 attractive black female celebrities 2023 are sure to be someone’s dream girl. 

1. Beyoncé

Beyonc	Information
Full Name	Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter
Nickname	Queen Bey
Occupation	Singer, songwriter, businesswoman, actress, dancer, record producer, director
Years Active	1997–present
Known For	Boundary-pushing artistry, vocal performances
Achievements	One of the greatest entertainers of her generation
Best-Selling Artist	Sold over 200 million records worldwide
Albums	Dangerously in Love (2003), B’Day (2006), I Am… Sasha Fierce (2008), 4 (2011), Beyoncé (2013), Lemonade (2016)
Collaborations	Everything Is Love (2018) with Jay-Z as The Carters, Black Is King (2020)
Influence	Influential pop culture figure of the 21st century
Recognition	Ranked at number eight on Rolling Stone’s list of the 200 greatest singers of all time
Spouse	Jay-Z (married in 2008)
Children	3 (including Blue Ivy)
Birthdate	September 4, 1981
Birthplace	Houston, Texas, USA
Parents	Mathew Knowles, Tina Lawson
Siblings	Solange Knowles (sister)

Beyoncé, who is undoubtedly one of the world’s most influential musicians, has taken America and the world by storm with her powerful voice and iridescent stage presence. As a star in the music industry, Beyoncé has achieved incredible success, including 16 studio albums and more than 100 songs on the Billboard Hot 100 list. She has also received numerous awards for her work, including 18 Grammy nominations and 11 American Music Awards.

2. Rihanna

Rihanna	Information
Full Name	Robyn Rihanna Fenty
Birthdate	February 20, 1988
Birthplace	Saint Michael, Barbados
Occupations	Singer, actress, businesswoman
Years Active	2003–present
Organizations	Clara Lionel Foundation, Fenty Beauty, Fenty, Savage X Fenty
Works	Albums, singles, songs recorded, performances, videography
Partners	Chris Brown, Hassan Jameel, ASAP Rocky
Children	1
Musical Career Genres	Pop, dancehall, R&B, EDM, adult contemporary
Labels	Roc Nation, Def Jam, SRP, Westbury Road
Barbadian Ambassador	Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary
Incumbent	September 20, 2018
Significant Achievements	Second-best-selling female music artist of all time
Philanthropy & Ventures	Founder of Clara Lionel Foundation
Acting Career	Major roles in Battleship, Home, Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets, Ocean’s 8
National Honors	National Hero of Barbados, entitled “The Right Excellent” for life
Family Background	Daughter of Monica and Ronald Fenty
Childhood	Upbringing in Bridgetown, Barbados
Education	Attended Charles F. Broome Memorial Primary School and Combermere School
Record Deal	Signed a six-album record deal with Def Jam Recordings
Debut Album	Music of the Sun
Second Studio Album	A Girl like Me
Third Studio Album	Good Girl Gone Bad
Sales and Achievements	Sold over 250 million records worldwide

Rihanna has been around for almost 20 years and is one of the highest-grossing pop stars in the world. She began her career as a young singer with “Pon de Replay” and has since released more than ten albums, three of which have reached number one on the Billboard charts. In 2006 she won a Grammy Award for Best New Artist, is the only artist to be nominated for Record of the Year at the Grammys six times, and Best Female Pop Vocal Performance seven times. She also has an estimated net worth of $260 million, making her solidly among America’s 100 richest celebrities.

3. Tyra Banks

Tyra Banks	Information
Full Name	Tyra Banks
Also known as	Tyra & The Tyra Show
Created by	Tyra Banks
Presented by	Tyra Banks
Opening theme	“Just for Today” by India.Arie (2005–2007) “All That I Got (The Make Up Song) [Remix]” by Fergie (2007–2009) “I’m Coming Out” (Remix) by Diana Ross (2009–2010)
Country of origin	United States
Original language	English
No. of seasons	5
No. of episodes	810
Executive producers	Tyra Banks Benny Medina Kerrie Moriarty Rachel Miskowiec John Redmann Alex Duda
Running time	60 minutes
Production companies	Handprint Entertainment (2005-2006) (season 1) Bankable Productions Telepictures Productions
Original network	Syndication (2005–2009) The CW (2009–2010)
Original release	September 12, 2005 – May 28, 2010
Show Description	The Tyra Banks Show was an American talk show hosted by Tyra Banks. It covered a variety of topics with a sensationalized focus on current issues facing women. The show often featured special episodes on America’s Next Top Model.
International Availability	The show was aired in many countries and remained available on XM Satellite Radio’s Take Five channel in the United States and Canada.
Premiere Location	The show premiered on September 12, 2005, in Los Angeles, California.
Relocation	In summer 2007, the show moved to New York City and was taped in the Chelsea Studios.
Syndication Renewal	The show was renewed for two additional seasons in syndication in 2007.
Final Season and Finale	The show’s final season aired in 2010, and the series concluded on May 28, 2010.
Awards	The Tyra Banks Show won a Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Talk Show Informative in 2008 and 2009.

Tyra Banks was born in New York City, but soon her family moved back to their hometown of Bankhead, Georgia. Tyra attended several universities, including Spelman College and the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City. In 2001, she began working as a model for Elite Model Management after doing well in a modeling contest.

In 2002, Banks appeared on America’s Next Top Model Cycle 8 to promote that series on television; it was her first audition for reality TV show contestant. After that, she appeared as a judge five times on America’s Next Top Model Cycle 13-17 before becoming the winning host of America’s Best Dance Crew from 2008 until 2010 and co-hosting America’s Got Talent from 2011 until 2012.

4. Noemie Lenoir

Noemie Lenoir	Information
Full Name	Noémie Lenoir
Birthdate	September 19, 1979
Birthplace	Les Ulis, Essonne, France
Nationality	French
Profession	Model, Actress
Notable Works	Gucci, L’Oréal, Next, Gap, Tommy Hilfiger, Victoria’s Secret, Balmain Paris Hair Couture, Marks and Spencer
Height	1.77 m (5 ft 10 in)
Hair Colour	Black
Eye Colour	Green
Representation	Models 1
Early Life	Grew up in a banlieue district near Paris

Model Noemie Lenoir is from France and has collaborated with some of the most prestigious fashion houses and photographers worldwide. In addition to her work in the film and music video industries, she has been a model for companies such as Gucci, L’Oréal, Tommy Hilfiger, and Victoria’s Secret. 

Annie Leibovitz, a world-famous photographer, has included this Goddess, who hails from the ghettos of suburban Paris, on her list of the world’s most successful black models. Annie Leibovitz is known across the world. We are complete of the same mind!

5. Zendaya

Zendaya	Information
Full Name	Zendaya Maree Stoermer Coleman
Birthdate	September 1, 1996
Birthplace	Oakland, California, U.S.
Occupations	Actress, Singer
Years Active	2009–present
Awards	Two Primetime Emmy Awards, Golden Globe Award
Notable Roles	Rue Bennett in HBO’s “Euphoria”
Film Debut	“Spider-Man: Homecoming” (2017)
Musical Genres	R&B, Pop
Record Labels	Hollywood, Republic
Notable Songs	“Replay,” “Rewrite the Stars”
Influential	Named one of Time magazine’s 100 most influential people
Philanthropy	Supporter of youth-focused initiatives

Zendaya Maree Stoermer Coleman is an American actress, singer, dancer, and fashion designer. She began her career appearing as a child model for Macy’s, Mervyns, and Old Navy. From 2008 to 2009, she portrayed Rocky Blue on the Disney Channel sitcom Shake It Up.

She has starred in three Disney Channel movies: Zapped (2014), K.C. Undercover (2015), and The Greatest Showman (2017). In addition, Zendaya voiced Fern in the animated film Home Alone: Alone in the Dark (2012) and co-starred as Cassandra in The Social Network (2010), based on the popular social networking site Facebook–although her role was edited out of the final cut.

6. Meagan Good

Meagan Good	Information
Full Name	Meagan Monique Good
Birthdate	August 8, 1981
Birthplace	Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Occupation	Actress
Years active	1994–present
Spouse	DeVon Franklin (m. 2012; div. 2022)
Relatives	La’Myia Good (sister)
Notable Films	Eve’s Bayou, Deliver Us from Eva, Roll Bounce, Stomp the Yard, Think Like a Man
Television Series	Cousin Skeeter, Deception
Production Company	Freedom Bridge Entertainment
Faith	Christian

It is common knowledge that she is one of the most stunning black women working in the industry at the present time. Meagan Good was ranked number six on People magazine’s list of the most beautiful people of 2016, where she was featured. And we couldn’t agree more! 

The American actress started the business when she was four years old and has since appeared in various movies, television series, and music videos. This stunning actress is most known for her role in the television series “Californication”.

7. Selita Ebanks

Selita Ebanks	Information
Full Name	Selita Ebanks
Birthdate	17 February 1983
Birthplace	George Town, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands
Years Active	2001-2012
Height	1.77 m (5 ft 9+1⁄2 in)
Hair Color	Brown
Eye Color	Brown
Agency	Elite Model Management (Amsterdam), Traffic Models (Barcelona), Place Models (Hamburg), Two Management (Los Angeles), MP MEGA MIAMI (Miami Beach)
Career Highlights	– Worked for high fashion brands Neiman Marcus and Ralph Lauren

Selita Ebanks is perhaps best known for her tenure as a Victoria’s Secret Angel from 2005 to 2009. Selita Ebanks isn’t only a blazing hot fashion model; she’s also worked for high-end fashion labels like Ralph Lauren and Neiman Marcus, amongst others. 

Additionally, she has been featured in publications such as Glamour, Vogue, and the swimsuit issue of Sports Illustrated. She was classified as the eleventh highest-paid supermodel with a staggering $2.7 million in earnings in 2008. Askmen.com compiles a list each year of the “99 Most Desirable Women,” and they placed her at number four on that list.

8. Zoe Kravitz

Zoe Kravitz	Information
Full Name	Zoë Isabella Kravitz
Birthdate	December 1, 1988
Birthplace	Venice, Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Alma Mater	State University of New York at Purchase
Occupation	Actress, Singer, Model
Years Active	2007–present
Spouse	Karl Glusman (m. 2019; div. 2021)
Parents	Lisa Bonet (mother), Lenny Kravitz (father)
Relatives	Roxie Roker (paternal grandmother), Al Roker (second cousin once removed)
Education	Attended Miami Country Day School and Rudolf Steiner School
Notable Works	X-Men: First Class, Big Little Lies, High Fidelity, Mad Max: Fury Road, Fantastic Beasts film series, The Batman
Awards	[Include any notable awards or nominations]
Philanthropy	[Include any charitable work or initiatives]

This stunning little lady is Lenny Kravitz and Lisa Bonet’s kid. Lenny Kravitz is a well-known artist. Zoe Kravitz‘s filmography includes roles in films such as X-Men: First Class, No Reservations, and The Brave One. Recent appearances include one in the critically praised HBO series ‘Big Little Lies,’ in which she played a role. Lolawolf is the name of her very own band, which she fronts. Maxim magazine’s annual list of the sexiest women of the year includes her this year.

9. Alicia Keys

Alicia Keys	Information
Full Name	Alicia Augello Cook
Stage Name	Alicia Keys
Birthdate	January 25, 1981
Birthplace	New York City, U.S.
Nationality	American
Occupation	Singer-songwriter, pianist, actress, author
Record Labels	Columbia Records, Arista Records, J Records, RCA Records, AAKW Records
Genres	R&B, pop, soul, hip hop
Years Active	1993-present
Notable Achievements	– Grammy Awards: 15 wins

Alicia Keys is a classically trained pianist, vocalist, and songwriter. She began composing her songs at the age of twelve, and at the age of fifteen, she signed with Columbia Records. She has received 15 Grammy Awards, 17 NAACP Image Awards, and several other honors. She is a celebrity, a best-selling author, a mother, and a social crusader.

She is a classically trained pianist, vocalist, and songwriter. She began composing her songs at the age of twelve, and at the age of fifteen, she signed with Columbia Records. She has received 15 Grammy Awards, 17 NAACP Image Awards, and several other honors. She is a celebrity, a best-selling author, a mother, and a social crusader. She has been dubbed the “Greatest Artist of All Time” on several occasions.

10. Naomi Campbell

Naomi Campbell	Information
Full Name	Naomi Elaine Campbell
Birthdate	22 May 1970
Birthplace	London, England
Nationality	British
Occupation	Model, actress, singer, businesswoman
Years Active	1978–present
Notable Achievements	One of the six supermodels of her generation
Philanthropy	Involved in charity work for various causes
Personal Life	Mother: Valerie Morris
Ethnicity	Black-Jamaican and Chinese-Jamaican descent
Education	Barbara Speake Stage School
Modelling Career	Scouted by Beth Boldt of Synchro Model Agency
Other Ventures	Released R&B studio album
Notable Works	Music video appearances

She is a model, actress, singer, and entrepreneur from the United Kingdom. She began her modeling career at the age of 15 and has since become one of the most well-known and sought-after models of the last four decades. Campbell was one of six models from her generation dubbed “supermodels” by the fashion industry and the press.

Campbell has ventured into other modeling projects, including an R&B studio album and various acting roles in cinema and television, including The Face’s modeling competition reality program and its worldwide offshoots. Campbell is also active in philanthropy for a variety of issues.

11. Cassie

Cassie	Information
Full Name	Cassie
Birthdate	August 26, 1986
Birthplace	New London, Connecticut, U.S.
Occupations	Singer, songwriter, model, actress, dancer
Years Active	2004–present
Spouse	Alex Fine (married in 2019)
Partner	Sean Combs (2007–2018)
Children	2
Height	1.69 m (5 ft 7 in)
Eye Color	Brown
Agency	Wilhelmina Models
Genres	R&B, pop, hip hop
Labels	Bad Boy, EMPIRE, Interscope
Notable Debut Album	Cassie (2006)
Hit Single	“Me & U”
Film Debut	Step Up 2: The Streets (2008)
Modeling Agencies	Wilhelmina Models, One Management
Modeling Projects	Calvin Klein, GQ, Bust, ASOS

Cassie Ventura has a beautiful grin that could make an angel jealous. Doesn’t she? She began her profession as a model and dancer at an early age and then transitioned to singing throughout her career. Her first appearance in a film was in the sequel to Step Up called The Streets. 

She is a fashion idol for many people due to her edgy, feminine, refined sense of fashion and is famous for having excellent taste. This stunning model has appeared in publications like GQ and Bust, and her work has been done for Calvin Klein. In addition, she was the model representing the well-known British fashion label ASOS.

12. Solange Knowles

Solange Knowles	Information
Full Name	Solange Piaget Knowles
Birthdate	June 24, 1986
Birthplace	Houston, Texas, U.S.
Occupations	Singer, songwriter, actress, performance artist
Years Active	2001–present
Spouses	Daniel Smith (m. 2004; div. 2007), Alan Ferguson (m. 2014; sep. 2019)
Children	1
Parents	Mathew Knowles, Tina Knowles
Relatives	Beyoncé (sister), Blue Ivy Carter (niece), Angela Beyincé (cousin)
Genres	R&B, pop, hip hop, funk, soul
Instrument(s)	Vocals
Labels	Music World, Columbia, Interscope Geffen A&M, TerribleSaint
Musical Artist	solangemusic.com
Early Musical Career	Temporary backup dancer for Destiny’s Child, released debut studio album “Solo Star” at age 16 (2002)
Acting Career	Films: “Johnson Family Vacation” (2004) and “Bring It On: All or Nothing” (2006)
Critical Acclaim	Grammy winner for Best R&B Performance for the single “Cranes in the Sky,” widespread critical acclaim for album “A Seat at the Table” (2016)
Recent Work	Released fourth studio album “When I Get Home” (2019) to critical acclaim
Passion for Songwriting	Considers songwriting as her first passion
Recognition	Honored with the “Impact Award” at the Billboard Women in Music event in 2017
Ventures	Endorsement deal with Rimmel London, line of hip-hop-oriented merchandise for young children
Performance Art	Worked in international museums and exhibitions, composed a score for the New York City Ballet (2022)
Personal Background	Born in Houston, Texas, sister of Beyoncé, African American heritage with Louisiana Creole roots
Debut Album Reception	“Solo Star” (2003) debuted at number 49 on the Billboard 200
Collaborations	Co-wrote and co-produced tracks for various artists, including Destiny’s Child, Kelly Rowland, and Michelle Williams

Beyonce Knowles’ younger sister, the incredibly gifted Solange Knowles, is in the Knowles family. She has been interested in music since a very young age and has occasionally performed as a backup dancer for Destiny’s Child.

She emerged from her sister’s shadow by releasing her debut studio album at 16 and has since established a reputation in the music industry. In 2022, the Grammy Award for “Best R&B Performance” was presented to the gorgeous vocalist. This was also the year she won her first award, which she brought home from the BET Awards.

13. Arlenis Sosa

Arlenis Sosa	Information
Full Name	Arlenis Sosa Peña
Birthdate	May 7, 1989
Nationality	Dominican Republic
Profession	Model
Spouse	Donnie McGrath (married in June 2015)
Education	Evangelical College Simon Bolivar

Arlenis Sosa is known for being one of the most beautiful black female celebs and is originally from the Dominican Republic. This reputation began in 2017 and has only grown since then. As of right now, Arlenis Sosa is Lancome’s official spokesmodel. She is also well known for her work with Victoria’s Secret, Anne Sui, Alexander Wang, and Jean Paul Gaultier, amongst other designers.

14. Lisa Bonet

Lisa Bonet	Information
Full Name	Lisa Michelle Bonet
Birthdate	November 16, 1967
Birthplace	San Francisco, California, U.S.
Occupation	Actress

Lisa Bonet is an American actress and musician and a former fashion model known for her leading roles on television and in film from the mid-1980s to the mid-2000s. On October 12, 1964, Bonet was born in New York City to Valerie Lake Foreman (née Barker) and Lydell Bonet. She has three older sisters: Joie, Antonia “Toni,” and Zinzi. Bonet started acting at the age of 13 when she auditioned for a role in her school’s production of The Wiz, playing Dorothy Gale.

15. Yaya DaCosta

Yaya DaCosta	Information
Full Name	Yaya DaCosta
Birthdate	November 15, 1982
Birthplace	New York City, U.S.
Nationality	American
Ethnicity	Brazilian and Black-American
Education	Northfield Mount Hermon School
Occupation	Actress, Model
Known For	Runner-up in Cycle 3 of America’s Next Top Model
Languages	English, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Conversational Japanese
Modeling Agencies	Ford Models
Height	5 ft 8 in (1.73 m)
Hair Color	Dark Brown
Eye Color	Brown
Partner	Joshua Bee Alafia (2012–2015)
Children	1 (Son: Sankara)

Yaya DaCosta, who finished in second place on the third season of America’s Next Top Model, has established herself as a successful model and actress since competing on the show. She has played the role of Nurse April Sexton in the NBC medical drama ‘Chicago Med,’ in which she starred. She had appearances on the television shows “Ugly Betty” and “Chicago Med,”and she also played the role of Whitney Houston in the 2015 biopic “Whitney.”

16. Misty Copeland

Misty Copeland	Information
Full Name	Misty Copeland
Birthdate	September 10, 1982 (age 40)
Birthplace	Kansas City, Missouri, U.S.
Education	San Pedro High School
Occupation	Ballet dancer
Years active	1995–present
Spouse	Olu Evans (m. 2016)
Children	1
Career	American Ballet Theatre
Promoted to	First African American woman to be promoted to principal dancer in ABT’s history
Rise to Stardom	Prodigy who achieved success despite starting ballet at the age of 13
Awards	Winner of the Los Angeles Music Center Spotlight Award for best dancer
Notable Performances	Broadway in On the Town, featured dancer for Prince, reality TV appearances, and stage performances
Influential	Named one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time magazine
Author	Author of two autobiographical books
Philanthropy	Public speaker and advocate for diversity and inclusion
Endorsements	T-Mobile, Coach, Inc., Dr Pepper, Seiko, The Dannon Company, Under Armour, and more
Background	Raised in San Pedro, Los Angeles, California
Cultural Heritage	African American, German, Italian ancestry
Early Challenges	Overcame custody battle and legal issues at a young age
Inspirations	Idolized ballerina Paloma Herrera and drew inspiration from Mariah Carey
Ballet Training	Started ballet at 13, achieved pointe within three months
Academic Journey	Homeschooled during 10th grade to focus on dance
Career Breakthrough	Received scholarship and joined American Ballet Theatre
Personal Growth	Developed into a more contemporary and sophisticated dancer
Media Recognition	Featured on the cover of Time magazine, documentaries, and reality TV shows
Family Background	Youngest of four children, complex family dynamics and multiple marriages

Misty Copeland, African American, made history by being the first woman of her race to be promoted to the principal dancer position at the American Ballet Theatre (ABT) in the company’s 75-year existence. She is a ferocious champion for dance as a method of expression for people of color globally. 

After taking her first dance class when she was a teenager, Misty Copeland was already dancing en pointe three months later, and within a year, she was performing professionally. Many people in the dance world refer to her as a prodigy.

17. Kerry Washington

Kerry Washington	Information
Full Name	Kerry Marisa Washington
Birthdate	January 31, 1977
Birthplace	Bronx, New York City, U.S.
Alma Mater	George Washington University
Occupation	Actress
Years Active	1994–present
Spouse	Nnamdi Asomugha
Children	2
Notable Role	Olivia Pope in the TV series “Scandal”

Kerry Washington is an actor, director, and producer from the United States. She’s been working in the industry since 1994, and her credits include ‘Django Unchained,’ ‘Fantastic Four,’ and a slew of other indie films.’ According to Forbes, in 2018, she was the 8th highest-paid actress on television, a well-deserved honor.

18. Nathalie Emmanuel

Nathalie Emmanuel	Information
Full Name	Nathalie Joanne Emmanuel
Birthdate	March 2, 1989
Birthplace	Southend-on-Sea, Essex, England
Nationality	British
Occupation	Actress
Known For	Missandei in Game of Thrones
Film Appearances	Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials
Television Series	Hollyoaks
Notable Projects	Army of Thieves
Awards	Screen Nation Award for Best Female Performance in Film
Magazines	FHM’s 100 Sexiest Women of 2013 (ranked 99th)
Personal Life	Follows a plant-based diet for health reasons

The divinely beautiful actress who portrays “Missandei” on the fantasy series “Game of Thrones” on HBO. Because of her performance in the program, Nathalie Emmanuel has received praise and admiration from fans worldwide. 

In addition, she has made appearances in films such as Fast seven, The Fate of the Furious, and The Maze Runner. The young actress stands out from the crowd thanks to her stunning, naturally curly hair and most enticing figure, and as a result, she has amassed a following of followers from all over the world.

19. Ciara

Ciara	Information
Full Name	Ciara Princess Wilson
Birthdate	October 25, 1985 (age 37)
Birthplace	Fort Hood, Texas, U.S.
Education	Riverdale High School
Occupations	Singer, songwriter, businesswoman, dancer, model, actress
Years Active	2003–present
Spouse	Russell Wilson (m. 2016)
Children	3
Awards	Grammy Award, BET Awards, Billboard Women in Music, MTV Video Music Awards, Soul Train Awards, Ascap Music Awards
Musical Career	Origin: Atlanta, Georgia, U.S.
Genres	R&B, pop, hip hop, dance, crunk
Instrument(s)	Vocals
Labels	Uptown, Republic, ADA, Beauty Marks/Vydia, Epic, Jive, Zomba, LaFace, Sho’nuff
Debut Album	“Goodies”
Prominent Singles	“1, 2 Step,” “Oh,” “Goodies,” “Love Sex Magic,” “Ride,” “Body Party,” “I Bet,” “Dance like We’re Making Love,” “Level Up”
Top Chart Positions	Billboard Hot 100, UK Singles Chart, Billboard 200
Business Ventures	Global Brand Ambassador for Revlon, Modeling Contract with IMG
Acting Career	Films: “All You’ve Got,” “Mama, I Want to Sing!,” “That’s My Boy”
Upcoming Project	Starring in the 2023 remake of “The Color Purple” as Nettie
Sales	Over 45 million worldwide
Early Life	Born in Fort Hood, Texas, grew up in multiple states
Songwriting	First writing credit on Blu Cantrell’s album, So Blu
Record Deal	Signed by LaFace Records executive, L.A. Reid
Debut Single	“Goodies”
Second Album	“Ciara: The Evolution”
Number One Album	“Ciara: The Evolution”
Second Studio Album	Sales of 338,000 in the first week
International Lead Single	“Get Up” featuring Chamillionaire

She is an actress, model, and singer from the United States. After being born in Fort Hood, Texas, her family moved to Atlanta, Georgia, where she became a girl band Hearsay. She secured a publishing agreement and became friends with producer Jazze Pha, who helped make demos for her debut album. Ciara got a record deal with LaFace Records thanks to her assistance.

20. Jasmine Tookes

Jasmine Tookes	Information
Full Name	Jasmine Tookes
Birthdate	February 1, 1991
Birthplace	Huntington Beach, California, U.S.
Ancestry	African American, Brazilian, European, West Indian
Occupation	Supermodel, Former Victoria’s Secret Angel
Years Active	2010–present
Spouse	Juan David Borrero (married in 2021)
Children	1 (daughter named Mia Victoria)
Height	1.75 m (5 ft 9 in)
Hair Color	Brown
Eye Color	Brown
Agency	The Lions (New York), Elite Model Management (Paris)
Fashion Show Highlights	– Selected for the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show in multiple years – Wore the Victoria’s Secret Fantasy Bra in 2016
Notable Campaigns	Bobbi Brown Cosmetics, Jimmy Choo, Calvin Klein, Lancôme, DKNY, Ralph Lauren, Kate Spade, Gap, Ugg, Victoria’s Secret
Co-Founder	JOJA, an active-wear company (co-founded with Josephine Skriver)
Accolades	Ranked as the Most Beautiful Face in the World by TC Candler in 2022
Engagement and Marriage	Engaged to Juan David Borrero in September 2020 Married on September 4, 2021
Expecting a Child	Gave birth to daughter Mia Victoria on February 23, 2023

Tookes grew up in Huntington Beach, California. Her younger sister, who is 19 years her junior and presently works as a child model, is her inspiration. Before becoming a model at the age of 15, Jasmine Tookes performed gymnastics for ten years and was also involved in volleyball and softball. Her mother is a well-known celebrity hairdresser. Tookes was spotted at a showroom visit with her mum.

21. Zoe Saldana

Zoe Saldana	Information
Full Name	Zoë Yadira Saldaña-Perego
Date of Birth	June 19, 1978
Age	45
Place of Birth	Passaic, New Jersey, U.S.
Occupation	Actress
Notable Films	Avatar, Avengers: Endgame, Guardians of the Galaxy
Highest-Grossing Film Actress Ranking	Second (as of 2023)
Recognition	Named one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time magazine (2023)
Education	Trained dancer; studied at ECOS Espacio de Danza Academy
Breakthrough Roles	Nyota Uhura in Star Trek film series; Neytiri in Avatar film series
Languages	Bilingual in English and Spanish
Spouse	Marco Perego-Saldaña (m. 2013)
Children	3
Nationality	American

Zoe Saldana is an American actress and singer. She is best known for her role as Uhura in the 2009 film Star Trek and its sequels, which she reprised in the 2013 film Star Trek Into Darkness. On June 19, 1978, Saldana was born in Passaic, New Jersey, with dual American-Cuban heritage. Zoe later began dance training with Francis Lewis at the Washington Dance Studio; when she turned 10, she joined New York City’s Children’s Performing Arts School (CAPA).

22. Zuri Tibby

Zuri Tibby	Information
Full Name	Zuri Tibby
Born	September 1, 1995
Birthplace	Florida, United States
Occupation	Model
Years active	2012–present
Known for	PINK
Height	1.79 m (5 ft 10+1⁄2 in)
Hair color	Black
Eye color	Brown
Agency	IMG Models (New York, Paris, London, Los Angeles)
Discovery	Discovered in a shopping mall at the age of 15
Milestone	First black model to be a spokesmodel for Victoria’s Secret PINK
Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show	Featured in the PINK segment in 2016 and 2017

Zuri Tibby is a Florida-based American model. She has walked into several high-profile shows, including Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show. She was the first African-American woman to represent the Victoria’s Secret Pink line. She was spotted in a shopping center when she was 15 years old. ‘Why Not Model Management’ and ‘IMG Models’ are two modeling companies she has worked with.

23. Janelle Monae

Janelle Monae	Information
Full Name	Janelle Monae
Birth Name	Janelle Monáe Robinson
Born	December 1, 1985
Genres	R&B, pop, funk, psychedelic soul, hip hop,
Occupation(s)	Singer, rapper, songwriter, actress
Years Active	2003–present
Labels	Wondaland, Epic, Bad Boy, Atlantic
Formerly of	Purple Ribbon All-Stars
Grammy Award Nominations	8
Grammy Awards Won	1 (Screen Actors Guild Award)
Other Awards	ASCAP Vanguard Award, Rising Star Award (2015),
Notable Albums	The ArchAndroid, The Electric Lady, Dirty Computer
Film Appearances	Moonlight, Hidden Figures, Harriet
Television Series	Homecoming, We the People
Literary Work	The Memory Librarian: And Other Stories of Dirty

Janelle Monae is a fascinating and talented artist. She is an American singer, songwriter, and producer. She first entered the spotlight as one of the girl group Wondaland, alongside Jidenna and Roman GianArthur. And she released her first EP in 2007 titled The Audition under her birth name. She has been praised as “the most intriguing voice since Michael Jackson” by MTV UK, “one of hip-hop’s best new acts” by Rolling Stone magazine, and “a descendant of Stevie Wonder with a dash of Sly Stone” by Billboard magazine.

24. Ashleigh Murray

Ashleigh Murray	Information
Full Name	Ashleigh Monique Murray
Birthdate	January 18, 1988 (age 35)
Birthplace	Kansas City, Missouri, U.S.
Nationality	American
Occupation	Actress, Singer
Known For	Portraying Josie McCoy, the lead singer of Josie and the Pussycats on Riverdale
Notable Works	– Riverdale

Have you had a chance to catch up on the CW television show ‘Riverdale’ yet? Aside from the fact that Ashleigh Murray is stunningly gorgeous, the actress who plays Josie McCoy of Josie and the Pussycats on the program is renowned for possessing the heavenly singing voice of an angel. The stunning young woman, now 29 years old, has also portrayed the lead character in the Sundance film “Deidra and Laney Rob a Train,” which was produced by Netflix.

25. Gabrielle Union

Gabrielle Union	Information
Full Name	Gabrielle Union
Birthdate	October 29, 1972
Birthplace	Omaha, Nebraska, U.S.
Education	University of California, Los Angeles (BS)
Occupations	Actress, author
Years Active	1993–present
Spouses	Chris Howard, Dwyane Wade
Children	1
Relatives	Saweetie (cousin)
Notable Films	Bring It On, The Brothers, Deliver Us from Eva, Bad Boys II, Think Like a Man
TV Series	Being Mary Jane, L.A.’s Finest
Books Authored	We’re Going to Need More Wine, You Got Anything Stronger?
Activism	Advocate for women’s health, LGBTQ+ equality, and violence against women
Recognitions	Time’s 100 Most Influential People in the World (2020)

Gabrielle Monique Union is an actress from the United States of America. She began her career in television sitcoms in the 1990s, before getting supporting roles in teen films in 1999. She’s All That and 10 Things I Hate About You. In the 2000 adolescent picture Bring It On, she had her breakout role.

Union is well-known for her roles in romantic comedies. The Brothers (2001), Deliver Us from Eva (2003), Daddy’s Little Girls (2007), Think Like a Man (2012) and Think Like a Man Too (2014). She’s also appeared in the CBS medical drama series  City of Angels (2000) and films Bad Boys II (2003), Cradle 2 the Grave (2003), Neo Ned (2005), Cadillac Records (2008), Top Five (2014) and Breaking In (2018). 

26. Janet Jackson

Janet Jackson	Information
Full Name	Janet Damita Jo Jackson
Birthdate	May 16, 1966
Birthplace	Gary, Indiana, US
Occupations	Singer, songwriter, actress, dancer
Years Active	1974–present
Spouses	James DeBarge, René Elizondo Jr., Wissam Al Mana
Partner	Jermaine Dupri
Children	1
Parent(s)	Joe Jackson, Katherine Jackson
Family	Jackson
Musical Genres	R&B, pop, dance, hip hop, funk, rock, new jack swing
Instrument(s)	Vocals, keyboards
Labels	A&M, Virgin, Island, Rhythm Nation, BMG, Cinq
Innovative Records	Noted for innovative, socially conscious, and sexually provocative records
Stage Shows	Known for elaborate and captivating stage performances
Breakthrough	Broke gender and racial barriers in the music industry, rose to prominence
Role Model	Recognized as a role model, addressing social issues and inspiring youth
Pop Icon	Achieved pop icon status with albums like Control and Rhythm Nation 1814
Film Roles	Starred in lead film roles, including Poetic Justice
Sex Symbol	Regarded as a sex symbol, known for provocative music videos and performances
Commercial Success	Achieved crossover success, sold over 100 million records worldwide
Chart Achievements	Multiple chart-topping singles and albums, including seven top-five singles from one album
Awards	Five Grammy Awards, multiple Billboard Music Awards, induction into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

Janet Jackson has been a significant figure in popular culture for more than three decades. The musician is well-known for her groundbreaking and sexually provocative music, which is still quite effective in today’s music scene. 

Among her other works, “Nasty,” “That’s the Way Love Goes,” and “Together Again” are among her most successful hits. She has also released other music. The stunning vocalist has been recognized for her work with several honors, including two Grammys.

27. Halle Bailey

Halle Bailey	Information
Full Name	Halle Lynn Bailey
Birthdate	March 27, 2000
Birthplace	Atlanta, Georgia, U.S.
Occupations	Singer-songwriter, actress
Musical Duo	Chloe x Halle
Notable Albums	The Kids Are Alright (2018)
Grammy Nominations	5 (as part of Chloe x Halle)
Acting Role	Grown-ish (2018–2022)
Lead Role	Ariel in Disney’s The Little Mermaid (2023)
Residence	North Hollywood, Los Angeles, U.S.
Influences	Billie Holiday
Musical Instruments	Vocals, guitar
Interests	Swimming, running, biking
Other Activities	Crafts: making beaded earrings and necklaces
Dietary Choice	Vegan

Halle Bailey is an American television actress known best for being a child actress on the ABC soap opera General Hospital. She appeared in Disney’s The Kid and Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief and NBC’s sitcom-drama series Parenthood during her childhood. She also played Brianna in four episodes of One Tree Hill. Bailey began her career with a recurring role as Hayley McFarland on Guiding Light from 2005 to 2006, followed by a recurring role as Kendall Parker on Some Guy Who Kills People from 2007 to 2008. In 2009, she was cast as Stella Brantley in the Nickelodeon sitcom Drake & Josh.

To find out more about Halle Bailey, check out our list of the Famous Young Black Actors in 2023. With her stunning performance in Disney’s “The Little Mermaid” and her impressive vocals, Halle is a talented rising star who is sure to leave her mark on the entertainment industry.

28. Eva Marcille

Eva Marcille	Information
Full Name	Eva Marcille Sterling
Birthdate	October 30, 1984
Birthplace	Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Occupation(s)	Actress, fashion model, television personality
Education	Attended Raymond Avenue Elementary School Marina Del Rey Middle School Washington Preparatory High School
America’s Next Top Model (ANTM)	Winner of the third cycle of America’s Next Top Model
Modeling Achievements	– CoverGirl cosmetics contract – Spread in Elle – Modeling contract with Ford Models
Runway Shows	Marc Bouwer Fall 2005 Gharani Strok Fall 2005 Deborah Lindquist Spring 2006 Monarchy Collection Fall 2007
Acting Career	Guest-starred on Kevin Hill, Smallville, Everybody Hates Chris, The Game, House of Payne
Film Credits	The Walk, Crossover, I Think I Love My Wife
Television Hosting	Hosted BET J’s reality show My Model Looks Better Than Your Model and Rip the Runway
Other Appearances	Featured in music videos for Angie Stone, 50 Cent, and Jamie Foxx
Real Housewives of Atlanta	Joined the cast in Season 10 and became a full-time cast member in Season 11
Personal Life	Engaged to Lance Gross (2006-2010) Dated rapper Flo Rida (2010-2012) Has a daughter from a previous relationship Married Michael Sterling in 2018 Founded cEVAd, a CBD oil company Filed for divorce from Sterling in 2023

After winning the third season of America’s Top Model when Eva Marcille was just 19 years old, this stunning African-American woman got her start in the modeling world. Her modeling career started due to the win, and she went on to appear on the covers of magazines, including Cosmopolitan, Women’s Health & Fitness, and Essence. 

In the most recent episode of the soap opera ‘The Young and the Restless,’ Eva Marcille appeared in the character of Tyra Hamilton. Her waistline is so trim that it reminds us of an hourglass.

29. Rosario Dawson

Rosario Dawson	Information
Full Name	Rosario Isabel Dawson
Birthdate	May 9, 1979
Birthplace	New York City, U.S.
Occupation	Actress, Film Producer
Years Active	1995–present
Children	1
Notable Works	“Rent,” “Sin City,” “Daredevil”
Comic Book Roles	Gail in “Sin City,” Claire Temple in Marvel/Netflix series
Voice Acting	Diana Prince/Wonder Woman, Barbara Gordon/Batgirl
Recent Projects	“The Mandalorian,” “The Book of Boba Fett,” Disney+ series “Ahsoka”
Activism	Supporter of Voto Latino and PFLAG

Rosario Dawson is an American actress, singer, and comic book author. Her breakout role was in the movie Kids (1995). She has appeared in several Hollywood films; her television roles include playing Claire Temple on the Netflix series Marvel’s Daredevil and Luke Cage.

She has also made significant contributions to the independent cinema with her performances in Little New York (2002), The Girl from Monday (2002), Stella Does Tricks (2006), Eagle vs. Shark (2007), Brick (2005), and He Got Game (1998).

30. Danai Gurira

Danai Gurira	Information
Full Name	Danai Jekesai Gurira
Birthdate	February 14, 1978
Birthplace	Grinnell, Iowa, U.S.
Citizenship	Zimbabwe – United States
Education	Macalester College (BA), New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts (MFA)
Occupations	Actress, playwright
Years Active	2004–present
Known For	Starring roles as Michonne in “The Walking Dead” and Okoye in Marvel Cinematic Universe’s “Black Panther” films
Tony Award Nomination	Nominated for Best Play for the Broadway play “Eclipsed”
Notable Works	Co-wrote and co-starred in “In the Continuum” and “Familiar”
Organizations	Co-founder of Almasi Arts, an organization dedicated to arts education in Zimbabwe
Humanitarian Efforts	Signed an open letter urging focus on women’s issues in Germany and South Africa

Danai Gurira is no rookie in portraying solid characters on screen. She played the part of Okoye in the Marvel film Black Panther, which was released in 2018, and she was a member of the Dora Milaje, the female special forces unit for the nation of Wakanda. Her portrayal of Michonne in the horror television series The Walking Dead, which airs on AMC, has garnered her a lot of attention and praise over the years.

31. Gina Torres

Gina Torres	Information
Full Name	Gina Torres
Birthdate	April 25, 1969
Birthplace	New York City, U.S.
Occupation	Actress
Known For	Firefly, Suits, 9-1-1: Lone Star
Education	Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts
Languages	Fluent in English and Spanish
Notable Awards	ALMA Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Syndicated Drama Series
Notable Film Roles	The Matrix Reloaded, The Matrix Revolutions, I Think I Love My Wife
Television Appearances	Hercules: The Legendary Journeys, Alias, 24, Westworld, and more
Current Projects	Starring in 9-1-1: Lone Star and executive producing Pearson
Personal Life	Formerly married to Laurence Fishburne, one daughter
Philanthropy	Served as a Grand Marshal of the 2020 Rose Parade

The gorgeous actress Gina Torres is most known for her role as Jessica Pearson on the legal drama series “Suits.” Still, she has also been in various other films and television shows, including Hercules: The Legendary Journeys, Cleopatra 2525, Firefly, Xena: Warrior Princess, The Shield, Westworld, and a great deal more. 

She also had a role alongside Chris Rock in the feature film “I Think I Love My Wife,” in which she starred. She was recognized as the year’s best actress in a lead role for a drama series broadcast on a national network and received an ALMA Award.

s victims of needless violence and works toward creating equality via education. The tennis player has endured vile criticisms of her appearance and body shaming, but she refuses to allow anything stop her from moving up the success ladder.

32. Laila Ali

Laila Ali	Information
Full Name	Laila Amaria Ali
Birthdate	December 30, 1977
Birthplace	Miami Beach, Florida, U.S.
Parent(s)	Muhammad Ali, Veronica Porché
Relatives	Nico Ali Walsh (nephew)
Nickname(s)	She Bee Stingin’, Madame Butterfly, Pretty Baby
Weight(s)	Super middleweight, Light heavyweight
Height	5 ft 9+3/4 in (177.2 cm)
Reach	70+1/2 in (179 cm)
Stance	Orthodox
Total Fights	24
Wins	24
Wins by KO	21
Titles	WBC, WIBA, IWBF, and IBA Female Super Middleweight Titles
Accomplishments	Retired undefeated
Religion	Raised as a Muslim, later left Islam despite initial disapproval from her father Muhammad Ali
Education	Business degree from Santa Monica College
Debut Match	Professional debut on October 8, 1999, against April Fowler
Significant Match	Defeated Jacqui Frazier-Lyde (daughter of Joe Frazier) in Ali/Frazier IV
Retirement	Last professional fight on February 2, 2007
Post-Boxing Career	Television personality and appearances on shows like Dancing with the Stars and American Gladiators

Boxer Laila Ali, whose father Muhammad Ali was the undisputed heavyweight champion of the world, performed professionally from the years 1999 to 2007. Her career spanned the years 1999–2007. Laila was unstoppable, even though her father did not want her to participate in the sport because of its inherent risk. 

She did not suffer a single loss throughout her boxing career and was successful enough to earn several championships, including the Women’s Boxing Association Light Heavyweight title.

33. Tamron Hall

Tamron Hall	Information
Full Name	Tamron Hall
Birthdate	September 16, 1970 (age 52)
Birthplace	Luling, Texas, U.S.
Education	Temple University
Occupation	Television journalist, talk show host, author
Notable Credits	Two-time Daytime Emmy Award winner
Spouse	Steven Greener (m. 2019)
Children	1
Membership	National Association of Black Journalists
Author	“Jordan Manning” mystery series

Tamron Hall is a well-known name in American journalism and the television broadcasting industry. She worked as an anchor for NBC News and MSNBC, reporting on national news stories for both networks. Since then, she has served as a co-host on the Today show and the Third Hour of Today. Currently, she is employed by Investigative Livelihood as a host for the show Deadline: Crime.

34. Tracee Ellis Ross

Tracee Ellis Ross	Information
Full Name	Tracee Ellis Ross
Birthdate	October 29, 1972
Birthplace	Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Occupations	Actress, Singer, Television Host, Producer
Notable Roles	Joan Clayton in “Girlfriends,” Dr. Rainbow Johnson in “Black-ish”
Education	Brown University (BA) in Theater
Parents	Diana Ross (Mother), Robert Ellis Silberstein (Father)
Siblings	Rhonda Ross Kendrick (Half-sister), Evan Ross (Half-brother), Chudney Lane Silberstein (Sister)
Notable Films	“Hanging Up,” “Daddy’s Little Girls,” “The High Note”
Beauty Brand	CEO of Pattern Beauty LLC
Activism	Advocate for women’s rights, diversity, and inclusivity in the entertainment industry
Philanthropy	Supports organizations empowering women and people of color
Physical Feature	Has ptosis, a condition affecting her left eyelid

Star actress Tracee Ross is the famous offspring of legendary singer Diana Ross. You can’t help but laugh at the actress’s outrageous outfits, hilarious Instagram posts, and dedication to social justice causes like #TimesUp and #BlackLivesMatter, whether she’s playing the ambitious Joan in the early 2000s show Girlfriends or the trailblazing Dr. Rainbow Johnson on the smash hit sitcom Black-ish. In 2019, she also debuted her line of hair care products under the brand name Pattern Beauty.

35. Ava DuVernay

Ava DuVernay	Information
Full Name	Ava DuVernay
Birthdate	August 24, 1972 (age 50)
Birthplace	Long Beach, California, U.S.
Alma Mater	University of California, Los Angeles (BA)
Occupations	Filmmaker, Former Film Publicist
Nominations	Academy Award, Golden Globe
Notable Films	I Will Follow, Middle of Nowhere, Selma, 13th, A Wrinkle in Time
Notable TV Series	Queen Sugar, When They See Us, Colin in Black & White
Influential Lists	Included on Time 100 list of most influential people in the world
Background	Louisiana Creole ancestry
Education	Double BA major in English literature and African-American studies
Career Transition	Started in journalism, worked in public relations before becoming a filmmaker
Notable Ventures	Founder of The DuVernay Agency (DVAPR) and Urban Beauty Collective

Ava DuVernay has made it a priority to include representation at the forefront of her highly praised work, as seen in her films such as “13th,” “A Wrinkle in Time,” and “Selma” (which starred none other than our very own O of O). 

She is also the first person of any race to receive a nomination for Best Director at the Golden Globes, winning the Best Directing Award at Sundance, direct a movie that earned more than $100 million in domestic box office receipts, and receive a nomination for Best Director at the Sundance Film Festival.

36. Tiffany Haddish

Tiffany Haddish	Information
Full Name	Tiffany Sara Cornilia Haddish
Born	December 3, 1979 (age 43)
Birthplace	Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Medium	Stand-up, film, television, books
Nationality	American
Years Active	2005–present
Genres	Observational comedy, surreal humor, sketch comedy, black comedy, blue comedy, satire
Notable Achievements	– Breakthrough Film: Girls Trip (2017)
Notable TV Series	– The Carmichael Show
Notable Films	– Keanu (2016)
Memoir	The Last Black Unicorn (2017)
Other Achievements	– Time magazine’s 100 Most Influential People (2018)
Early Life Challenges	Overcoming adversity, family responsibilities, homelessness

Tiffany Haddish has made a name for herself as one of our go-to comedians since her breakthrough performance in the 2017 comedy flick Girls Trip. She has not been without a cinematic project since then (Night School, The Oath, The Kitchen, and Like a Boss, to name a few). In 2018, she also got a contract with Netflix for a stand-up special and published an autobiography that was a bestseller in the New York Times.

If you’re a fan of Tiffany Haddish’s hilarious comedy style, then you might also enjoy checking out some of the funniest black comedians in history. These talented individuals have left an indelible mark on the world of comedy with their quick wit and relatable humor. Additionally, you could take a look at the top 50 hosts and guests of Saturday Night Live, where Haddish has made frequent appearances.

37. Lupita Nyong’o

Full Name	Lupita Amondi Nyong’o
Day of Birth	March 1, 1983
Place of Birth	Mexico City, Mexico
Years Active	2005–present

She is a Kenyan actress who grew up in Mexico. Kenyan politician, Peter Anyang’ Nyong’o’s daughter, was born in Mexico City, where her father was teaching and nurtured in Kenya from the age of one. She received a bachelor’s degree in cinema and theatrical studies from Hampshire College in the United States.

Nyong’o began her career as a production assistant in Hollywood. She made her acting debut in the short film East River in 2008 and then went to Kenya to feature in the television series Shuga (2009–2012). She also co-wrote, produced, and directed the documentary In My Genes in 2009. She subsequently went on to Yale School of Drama for a master’s degree in acting. 

She earned her first feature film role as Patsey in Steve McQueen’s historical period movie 12 Years a Slave shortly after graduating (2013). She was praised by critics and earned several prizes, including the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. She is the first Mexican actress to be nominated for an Oscar.

38. Aja Naomi King

Aja Naomi King	Information
Full Name	Aja Naomi King
Birthdate	January 11, 1985
Birthplace	Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Education	University of California, Santa Barbara (BFA) Yale University (MFA)
Occupation	Actress
Known for	How to Get Away with Murder
Film Debut	Damsels in Distress (2011)
Breakthrough Role	Emily Owens, M.D. (2012)
Major Film Role	The Birth of a Nation (2016)
Television Appearances	Black Box (2014) How to Get Away with Murder (2014-2020)
Brand Endorsements	Olay, L’Oreal Paris
Magazine Covers	Vanity Fair, Elle, Marie Claire, Nylon, Glamour, Essence, Entertainment Weekly, Shape

Aja Naomi King is an actor and a fashion model. In her early career, she was best known for her regular role in American Horror Story: Coven as Queenie, but from 2013 onwards has been seen in the critically acclaimed series How To Get Away With Murder.

In 2014, King joined the ABC legal drama series How to Get Away with Murder as Michaela Pratt, for which she was nominated for an NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series in 2015. She’s also appeared in the movies Four (2012) and Reversion (2013). (2015). She starred as Cherry Turner in the historical picture The Birth of a Nation in 2016 and in the comedy-drama The Upside the following year (2017).