The queen of soul is also an honorary member of Delta Sigma Theta sorority. Fauci: Trump ‘Equates Wearing A Mask With Weakness’. Rice is a member of Alpha Chi Omega sorority. This Gospel great s also a member of the Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity. Jones is a proud member of the Alpha Kappa Alpha. Mitchell was initiated into the Iota Chi Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity while attending the University of Miami.. Joyner became a member of the Omega Psi Phi fraternity while attending the Tuskegee University. The first sorority for African-American women, it has enjoyed a storied legacy with a … The comedian started off her career in New York City, about which she mentioned being “broke” and trying to make it in the big city of dreams. STYLE. Amanda Seales was featured on cult fashion site Coveteur today and she’s talking about her character Tiffany on HBO’s Insecure, starting off in New York City and staying confident given the pressures of her industry. Singleton is a member of Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity. Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. The basketball legend is also a proud man of Omega Psi Phi. Jackson is a man of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity. Arthur Ashe biopic, Ashe, is currently in the works. Braxton is a member of Zeta Phi Beta sorority. 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STREAM EXCLUSIVE ORIGINALS, TYLER PERRY AND CLASSIC HITS, Madea’s Farewell The Play - Virtual Museum. “I have always been a fan of fashion and to be able to be a part of [that] world and the creativity of it is important to me. (Photo: Bennett Raglin/Getty Images for BET), TRENDING IN The legendary singer/actress was also a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta. All rights reserved. Devine was initiated into the Epsilon Lambda Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc at the University of Houston. And I want to create more space — as always — for the black girls.”. But surprisingly, they’re not the only ones. The fraternity has a scholarship in his name. Calloway became a man of Omega Psi Phi, Inc. in 2011. Horsford is a proud member of Sigma Gamma Rho sorority. Dr. King is an Alpha Phi Alpha brother. Amanda says she wants to be part of the fashion world! Sykes was initiated into the Gamma Theta Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc at Hampton University. Jada is a proud member of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority. You may know Amanda Seales as Tiffany, the fancy publicist on Issa Rae’s Insecure, but there’s definitely more behind that character. This former “Cosby” kid joined the Delta Sigma Theta sorority while attending Spelman College. The project was announced earlier this year, but not much else has been revealed. Seales explains that “you have to have a certain level of self-assuredness that can sometimes come off as macho, because honestly guys' level of self-assuredness is so extra.” It’s obvious that Amanda is excelling and “man-handling” her male peers alongside co-star Issa Rae. Warwick is an honorary member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority. Amanda Seales Claims Russell Simmons Asked If They 'Ever F**ked' During Meeting. Here's a look at Black celebrities who are proud members of the Divine Nine. Amanda Ingrid Seales (born July 1, 1981), formerly known by the stage name Amanda Diva, is an American actress, podcaster, rapper, singer, songwriter, comedian, DJ, poet, activist, presenter and media personality.Aside from her solo career, she was also a touring member of the musical group Floetry. Rashad became a member of the Alpha chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., while attending Howard University. Getty Images/HuffPost Amanda Seales said Russell Simmons asked her an inappropriate question during a business meeting. So, what’s up next for Seales? By clicking Sign Up, you agree to our Giovanni has won several awards and was even nominated for a Grammy for The Nikki Giovanni Poetry Collection. Richie is a proud member of Alpha Phi Alpha. SFB Entertainment is a 100% community-funded production company. Ashe was a three-time Grand Slam title winner and the first Black tennis player selected to the United States Davis Cup team. Keys became an honorary member of the historic Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority in 2004. Underwood is not only a member, she’s a former president of Zeta Phi Beta sorority. Not only did Amanda give Coveteur the scoop on her struggles, she also talked about being a female comedian, the challenges of sexism and how to stay confident. Harper was inducted into Alpha Phi Alpha in 2009. Price became an honorary member of Sigma Gamma Rho sorority in 2006. Your donations will go to paying our staff and creating content that uses comedy to bring culture to the community. Since 2017, she has starred in the HBO comedy series Insecure. The Pulitzer Prize winning author is a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority. Harvey is a proud man of Omega Psi Phi. Terrence was initiated into the Bloody Mu Psi Chapte of Omega Psi Phi fraternity at North Carolina A&T State University. The former Supreme Court Justice was a proud member of Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity, which he joined while attending Lincoln University. Hurston was initiated into the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority at Howard University. Amanda Seales leaves 'The Real,' citing lack of black voices 'at the top' "The Real," which features all women of color as its hosts, has been championed as … Rising to fame during the Black arts movement of the 1960s, poet Nikki Giovanni is one of the most well-known Black poets. You may know Amanda Seales as Tiffany, the fancy publicist on Issa Rae’s Insecure, but there’s definitely more behind that character.The comedian started off her career in … Shaquille O’Neal is a proud member of Omega Psi Phi fraternity. Today (January 15) is the 106 anniversary of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated. Founder of Radio One and TV One, Cathy Hughes is also a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority. Roo-oop! The 22-year-old wore an abaya to the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque.