Notable Firsts

He was the U.S. Army’s first Black lieutenant general.

Musi was a pro race car driver and “Rookie of the Year” winner.

She was known for quotable ad slogans like “I ♥ NY” and “Plop, plop, fizz, fizz.” 

She did stunts in “Romancing the Stone,” “Dynasty,” and more.

His brother designed the plane in which he made his groundbreaking flight.

She was the first chess player featured on the cover of Sports Illustrated.

He directed the film “Everest” and was the first American to reach the summit twice.

She was the first woman and Black artist to host her own Canadian TV series.

She went on to an acting career, including on the TV show “Judge Roy Bean.”