The progress of African-American actors in the entertainment industry has been slow and grudging over all, but it is still significant.

Smith is an African-American actor, writer and political candidate.

It is believed to be the first film ever made with a cast comprising only African-American actors.

The film was one of the first British works to feature African-American actors.

The success of the film brought attention to the studio from other African-American actors hoping to star in later films.

Nathan George is an African-American supporting actor who was active from 1971-97.

The main roles in the television series were played by the following African-American actors:

Several major characters in the movie are played by African-American actors and there is even an interracial marriage.

She served as executive secretary, and worked for better opportunities for African-American actors.

The year was a landmark one for African-American actors, the first time that black men won both acting categories.