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From Jackie Robinson to David Robinson: 13 Black Sports Icons Who Served in the U.S. Military

Black athletes who defended America in uniform before making sports history—often while facing segregation in both worlds.
04/11/2025

This '50 Greatest Black Athletes' List Is Being Ripped Apart on Twitter

Should Michael Jordan be No. 1 over Muhammad Ali?
08/08/2017

Alex Rodriguez Passes Willie Mays on MLB's All-Time Home Run List

Yankees star hits No. 661, Babe Ruth next.
05/08/2015

Hank Aaron Rooting For Alex Rodriguez to Bounce Back

Hall of Famer hopes troubled slugger has great season.
02/25/2015

Alex Rodriguez Apologizes to Fans

Maligned star says he just wants to play baseball now.
02/17/2015

Commentary: Sports Fans Can’t Afford to Let History Die in Silence

Aging Black baseball stars need tell their stories.
08/18/2014
Chris Brown

Celebrity Birthdays: Happy Birthday, Chris Brown!

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This Day in Black History: May 6, 1931

Major League Baseball player Willie Mays was born.
05/06/2014
Rosario Dawson

Celebrity Birthdays: Happy Birthday, Rosario Dawson!

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Jay-Z, Beyoncé

Top Celebrity Fundraisers for President Obama's Re-election

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Chris Brown (@chrisbrown) - TWEET: "Brandy is the best female vocalist to me!!!!!" Chris Brown declares that Brandy is hands down, his favorite female singer. (Photo: David Tonnessen, PacificCoastNews.com)

Cake & Ice Cream: Chris Brown Celebrates His Birthday!

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