Season 3

Acting since the age of three, Jaleel White quickly stole the show on the classic sitcom "Family Matters," turning what was meant to be one guest appearance into an iconic starring role.

Acting since the age of three, Jaleel White quickly stole the show on the classic sitcom "Family Matters" turning what was meant to be one guest appearance into an iconic starring role.

Born and raised in Compton, Lisa Leslie saw basketball as a way out. She was an instant star on the court, eventually becoming a four time Olympian and three time WNBA league MVP.

Four-time Grammy-nominated singer and songwriter Marsha Ambrosius formed the group Floetry with a childhood friend, releasing hit records like "Say Yes" and "Floetic" before starting her solo career in 2011.

Growing up in the Bronx during the 80s crack epidemic, Grammy-nominated rapper Remy Ma had a tumultuous childhood. She credits Big Pun for seeing her talent and changing her life, as she would become a standout female rapper in hip-hop.

"Love Calls" singer Kem is a three time Grammy-nominated artist; his journey to success wasn't easy; he struggled with addiction and homelessness before using music to help him find his way through.

Donnie McClurkin has made his mark on the world as a multi-award winning gospel singer, minister and actor.

Media mogul Mona Scott Young proves she's not to be underestimated in her male-dominated field.

As the creator of New Jack Swing, there is no question of music producer, songwriter, and singer Teddy Riley's legacy. Fusing the sounds of R&B and Hip Hop, he created the genre and solidified himself as a super producer by the time he turned 21. Despite financial setbacks and disagreements, Teddy's rise continued. He estimates he has 800 to 900 credits from a wide range of collaborations with artists like Keith Sweat, Mary J. Blige, Michael Jackson, and Korean Popstars.

If you don't have a seat at the table, sometimes you have to create your own. Black Hollywood has been making major contributions to TV and film for decades, whether recognized or not, and it's not stopping any time soon.

Hip Hop's influence has shaped styles, entertainment, and continues to be a global phenomenon impacting old and new generations.

When you're dealing with over-the-top personalities, you're bound to have some controversial moments.

Black women face challenges daily and still manage to make things happen. Black Girl Magic celebrates the beauty, power, accomplishments, and strength of some of our favorite UNCNSRD women.

Omari Hardwick started his acting career while living out of his car and went on to appear on a hit show that filmed on the streets where he once slept.

Actress, singer and activist Jenifer Lewis began her career in Broadway musicals and worked as a backup singer for Bette Midler.

Debbie Allen the multi-hyphenated actress, dancer, choreographer, singer-songwriter, producer and director.

Yandy Smith-Harris is a Harlem born entertainment manager and entrepreneur; in 2004, she graduates from Howard University and interns at Violator under the mentorship of Mona Scott-Young.

Eve is a rapper and actress, best known for hits like "What Ya Want" and her Grammy winning "Let Me Blow Ya Mind" with Gwen Stefani.

Tyrese Gibson, R&B singer, songwriter, actor, author, television producer and model.

Larenz Tate, best known for his role as the smooth talking, poet-reciting Darius Lovehall from the cult classic film "Love Jones".