Soul of a Nation Presents: Screen Queens Rising

Exploring how Black actresses, a historically overlooked and under-valued group in Hollywood, have in recent years begun to ascend to the top echelons of entertainment and American culture. The special examines how Black actresses of Hollywood have become power brokers and the iconic moments and roles have paved the way for them today.

CAST

Deborah RobertsSelf - Host

Linsey DavisSelf - Host

Tessa ThompsonSelf

Halle BerrySelf

Debbie AllenSelf

Marla GibbsSelf

Regina HallSelf

Jackée HarrySelf

T.J. HolmesSelf

Jeneé OsterheldtSelf

Marcellas ReynoldsSelf

Kelley L. CarterSelf

Clayton DavisSelf

Danielle BrooksSelf

Fantasia TaylorSelf