In celebration of Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month, let’s take a moment to acknowledge the cross-cultural heritage of many of your favorite Black celebrities!
Kelis, singer/songwriter, and chef
Michael Ealy, actor
Tiger Woods, professional golfer
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, actor/entertainer
Apl.de.ap, rapper, singer, and producer
Amerie, singer/songwriter, actress, and author
Tyga, rapper
Kimora Lee Simmons, model, designer, and entrepreneur
Jhene Aiko, singer/songwriter
Naomi Osaka, professional tennis player
Naomi Campbell, model, actress, businesswoman
Ne Yo, singer/songwriter, producer, and actor
Patrick Chung, American football player for New England Patriots
Saweetie, rapper & entertainer
Dawn-Lyen Gardner, actress (Queen Sugar)
Sharon Leal, actress (The Good Doctor)
Karrueche Tran, actress (Claws)
Denyce Lawton, actress
Chanel Iman, model
Ayesha Curry, actress, entrepreneur, author, and chef
Cassie, singer
Rae Dawn Chong, actress
Foxy Brown, rapper
H.E.R., singer/songwriter
Merle Dandridge, actress (Greenleaf)
Apryl Jones, singer and actress
Angela Yee, radio personality (The Breakfast Club)
Story Credit: Oprah Daily/Asian American Organizing Project
Photo Credits: David Crotty/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images, Donato Sardella/Getty Images for Roger Vivier, Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images