Chimamanda Ngozi

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie is a renowned Nigerian author and feminist. Born on September 15, 1977, in Enugu, Nigeria, she grew up in a middle-class Igbo family. Adichie’s early exposure to literature and storytelling greatly influenced her passion for writing. She completed her secondary education in Nigeria before moving to the United States to pursue higher education.

Laila Ali

Laila Ali, born on December 30, 1977, is an American former professional boxer and television personality. She is the daughter of the legendary boxer Muhammad Ali and his third wife, Veronica Porsche Ali. Laila Ali made a name for herself in the world of boxing, leaving an indelible mark on the sport.

Kerry Washington

Kerry Washington is an accomplished American actress, producer, and activist, widely recognized for her outstanding performances in both film and television. She was born on January 31, 1977, in The Bronx, New York City. Washington developed a passion for acting at an early age and went on to study theater at George Washington University, where she graduated magna cum laude.

Zuleikha Robinson

Zuleikha Robinson is a British actress. She first came to attention as Yves Adele Harlow, a mysterious thief on the 2001 series The Lone Gunmen. She has appeared in the films Hidalgo, The Merchant of Venice and The Namesake.

Sarah Wayne Callies

Sarah Wayne Callies is an American actress. She is known for starring as Sara Tancredi in Fox’s Prison Break and as Lori Grimes in AMC’s The Walking Dead. She has also starred as Katie Bowman in USA Network’s Colony and Robin Perry in NBC’s Council of Dads and has had film roles in Whisper, Black Gold, and The Show.

Saycon Sengbloh

Saycon Sengbloh is an American actress and singer. She was nominated for a Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Play and won a Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play and an Obie Award for Outstanding Performance for her role in Danai Gurira’s play Eclipsed in 2016.

Milo Ventimiglia

Milo Anthony Ventimiglia is an American actor, director and producer. After several roles in television series and parts in independent films, he gained recognition for his roles as Jess Mariano on the television series Gilmore Girls from 2001 to 2006, and as Peter Petrelli on the NBC series Heroes from 2006 to 2010.