Culture Appreciation: Who is your favorite African American hero?

In lue of African American history month I asked this question. Let’s try not to use the same person twice! This will be exciting. I’ll go first.

My favorite African American hero is Jimi Hendrix. Particularly because of his demeanor. I think it’s a bonus that he served the U.S. Military. But watching his interviews I get the sense that his expression even through formal talking was really abstract and in a positive manner.