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Bo Jackson, wearing a black suit and sunglasses, stands next to his wife, Linda Jackson, in a black suit with a white blouse, on a red carpet.
Today’s Love Black History Fact
On September 5, 1987, Bo Jackson married Linda Garrett. They met as students at Auburn University. Today, they celebrate 38 years of marriage.
Cedric the Entertainer, in a white suit and hat, poses with a woman in a white dress at his Hollywood Walk of Fame star ceremony.
Today’s Love Black History Fact
On September 3, 1999, Cedric the Entertainer (Cedric Kyles) married Lorna Wells. They had two children in 2000 and 2003, respectively. Today, they celebrate 26 years of marriage.
Niecy Nash and Jessica Betts celebrate their wedding, holding hands under a floral arch, surrounded by joyful guests.
Today’s Love Black History Fact
On August 29, 2020, Niecy Nash and Jessica Betts got married in a small, private ceremony in the middle of the pandemic. Today marks their fifth wedding anniversary.
Colin Powell, in military uniform, and Alma Johnson, in a wedding dress, cut their wedding cake together, surrounded by plates.
Today’s Love Black History Fact
On August 25, 1962, Colin Powell married Alma Johnson after meeting on a blind date the year before. During their marriage, they had three children. They remained married for fifty-nine years.
Kamala Harris and Doug Emhoff on their wedding day, August 22, 2014. The couple stands closely to each other, Harris in a white gown with a bouquet, and Emhoff in a tuxedo.
Today’s Love Black History Fact
On August 22, 2014, Kamala Harris married Doug Emhoff at the Santa Barbara County Courthouse's Mural Room. Today is their eleventh wedding anniversary.
Samuel L. Jackson and LaTanya Richardson Jackson, elegantly dressed, pose together at an event. Samuel wears a tuxedo, LaTanya in a blue gown.
Today’s Love Black History Fact
On August 18, 1980, Samuel L. Jackson married LaTanya Richardson. In their 45 years of marriage, they had one daughter and many professional successes.
Side-by-side heart-shaped portraits of Katie Hall and John Henry Hall with text stating they had two daughters during their fifty-four-year marriage.
Today’s Love Black History Fact
On August 15, 1957, a young Katie Beatrice Green married Air Force officer John Henry Hall. They met when she was a junior at Mississippi Vocational College. They had two children and remained married until 2012 when Katie passed away.
Black-and-white portrait of Ernest Everett Just in a suit, looking to his left, with text overlay reading, “On August 11, 1939, Ernest Everett Just married Hedwig Schnetzler, a Swiss-born German woman.”
Sepia-toned image of Ernest Everett Just standing outdoors with hands in pockets, wearing a bow tie and jacket, text overlay: “Their time together was brief, but Hedwig remained by his side until his death in 1941.”
Today’s Love Black History Fact
On August 11, 1939, Dr. Ernest Everett Just married a Swiss-born German woman named Hedwig Schnetzler. They met in 1931 in Berlin. They had one daughter and remained married until he died in 1941.
Close-up of NBA player Hakeem Olajuwon in a red Houston Rockets jersey during a game, with a serious expression and text that reads, “On August 8, 1996 Hakeem Olajuwon got married.”
Today’s Love Black History Fact
On August 8, 1996, Houston Rockets center and member of the 1996 Olympics "Dream Team" Hakeem Olajuwon married Daila Asafi in a traditional, pre-arranged Islamic ceremony. Throughout their marriage, they had four children. Today, they celebrate 29 years of marriage.
Editorial image of LL Cool J and wife Simone Smith posing together on the red carpet at the Grammy Awards on February 10, 2013. LL is wearing a velvet tuxedo and black flat cap, and Simone is in a black gown with green eyeshadow. Text reads: “On August 7, 1995, LL Cool J got married.”
Today’s Love Black History Fact
On August 7, 1995, James Todd Smith (LL Cool J) married Simone Johnson. They overcame Simone's cancer's diagnosis in 2004 and celebrated many personal and professional wins. They are the parents of four children. Today, they celebrate their 30th wedding anniversary.
Black-and-white wedding image of singer Nat King Cole seated beside his bride, Maria Cole, who wears an off-the-shoulder satin gown and a tiara. Nat gazes at her thoughtfully.
Today’s Love Black History Fact
Before marrying Nat King Cole, Maria Hawkins Ellington received backlash from her parents, more specifically her aunt that raised her. She said they were “unequally yoked” & boycotted the wedding. It’s assumed that was because Nat was dark-skinned and grew up poor.
A graphic commemorating the wedding of Pierre Toussaint and Juliette Noel, featuring two painted portraits in ornate gold oval frames against a gold patterned background. Pierre Toussaint is depicted wearing a dark coat and cravat, while Juliette Noel is shown with a colorful headwrap, red jewelry, and an off-shoulder white blouse. Text below reads: “On August 5, 1881, Pierre Toussaint married Juliette Noel.” The aisle tell you what logo appears in the upper right corner.
Today’s Love Black History Fact
On August 5, 1811, Pierre Toussaint married Juliette Noel, after buying her freedom. This historic philanthropic couple remained married until Juliette’s passing in 1851.
Candid photo of rapper The Notorious B.I.G. (Biggie Smalls) seated beside singer Faith Evans. Biggie wears a blue denim outfit, black sunglasses, and gold jewelry while flashing a hand gesture. Faith, dressed in a black outfit with a blonde bob hairstyle, sits close beside him, smiling slightly. The background is a plain beige wall with a casual, behind-the-scenes vibe. “aisle tell you what” branding appears in the top right corner.
Today’s Love Black History Fact
On August 4, 1994, rapper Christopher Wallace, better known as the Notorious B.I.G., married singer Faith Evans. They had only known each other for about two months when they decided to tie the knot.
NBA player Allen Iverson stands in a Philadelphia 76ers jersey with cornrows and tattoos visible on his arms, against a blurred reddish background. The overlaid text reads: “On August 3, 2001, Allen Iverson got married.”
Allen Iverson and Tawanna Turner pose on their wedding day. Allen wears a black tuxedo with a white shirt, and Tawanna wears a white strapless wedding gown and tiara. The caption reads: “Allen Iverson married his high school sweetheart Tawanna Turner after nearly a decade together.”
Tawanna Turner is photographed in her strapless wedding gown and tiara on her wedding day, looking calmly at the camera. Text overlay reads: “Allen & Tawanna’s wedding was so private that guests did not even know where it was taking place.”
Allen Iverson and Tawanna Turner kiss, with Tawanna wearing a pink headscarf and hoop earrings and Allen in a Raiders cap. Text reads: “Despite attempting a private wedding, Allen & Tawanna spoke to the fans that were there as it ended.”
Today’s Love Black History Fact
On August 3, 2001, Allen Iverson married his high school sweetheart Tawanna Turner. They attempted to have a private wedding in New Jersey, however, the media became aware of the details and leaked it.
Black-and-white portrait of an older Booker T. Washington in a suit and clerical collar, looking to the right. Text overlay reads: “On August 2, 1881, Dr. Booker T. Washington married Fannie Norton Smith.”
Sepia-toned image of Fannie Norton Smith, the first wife of Booker T. Washington, shown in an oval vintage gold frame on a pink textured background. Text below reads: “Fannie, the most obscure of Booker’s three wives, was known as his childhood sweetheart.”
Today’s Love Black History Fact
On August 2, 1882, Dr. Booker T. Washington married Fannie Norton Smith at Zion Baptist Church in Malden, West Virginia. This marriage coincided with his beginnings at Tuskegee. They had one child, daughter Portia, but ended after 21 months when Fannie died.
Rev. Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. smiles while embracing entertainer Hazel Scott on their wedding day, August 1, 1945, surrounded by flowers.
Today’s Love Black History Fact
On August 1, 1945, Reverend Adam Clayton Powell Jr., the pastor of Harlem’s Abyssinian Baptist Church and the first Black Congressman from New York, married entertainer Hazel Scott.
Misty Copeland, wearing a black strapless dress, smiles while posing with husband Olu Evans, who is in a gray blazer and white shirt.
Today’s Love Black History Fact
On July 31, 2016, dancer Misty Copeland married attorney Olu Evans in Laguna Beach, California. They had about 100 guests present. Since their marriage, they’ve become the parents to their son, Jackson. Today, they celebrate nine years of marriage.
Wedding portrait of actress Sheryl Lee Ralph and Pennsylvania State Senator Vincent Hughes on their wedding day. Sheryl Lee Ralph is seated at the center in an off-shoulder ivory and gold gown with a jeweled tiara, holding a white bouquet. Vincent Hughes sits beside her in a classic black tuxedo. They are surrounded by a large wedding party: bridesmaids in matching lavender gowns holding white bouquets, and groomsmen in black tuxedos.
Today’s Love Black History Fact
On July 30, 2005, Sheryl Lee Ralph married Pennsylvania State Senator Vincent Hughes in Los Angeles. This wedding gave us one of the most legendary Black wedding parties of all time. Today, they celebrate 20 years of marriage.
A historical black and white photo depicting a well-dressed couple - Marcus Garvey and wife Amy Jacques Garvey; Amy sits on a donkey while Marcus stands beside her.
Today’s Love Black History Fact
On July 27, 1922, Marcus Garvey married Amy Jacques just a few months after his divorce from his first wife and her friend, Amy Ashwood. Amy Jacques maintained the work of the UNIA during his incarceration and preserved his legacy after he died.
A black-and-white promotional photo of Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis Jr., both smiling and embracing. Marilyn wears a light blouse and has long, dark hair; Billy wears a patterned dark jacket with a wide collar. The bottom of the image includes the text “MARILYN McCOO & BILLY DAVIS” and the ABC Records logo.
Smiling couple, Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis, Jr. posing together, with Marilyn wearing a brown top and gold hoop earrings, and Billy in a tan shirt.
Today’s Love Black History Fact
On July 26, 1969, Marilyn McCoo & Billy Davis Jr. got married. You might remember them as playing Fancy's parents on The Jamie Foxx Show, but they are known for their time in 5th Dimension and their CBS TV show in the 1970s. Today is their 56th wedding anniversary.
Today’s Love Black History Fact
On July 25 2021, Issa Rae married her longtime boyfriend Louis Diame in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, which is in the South of France. Today is their 4th anniversary.
Today’s Love Black History Fact
On July 24, 1998, Grant Hill proposed to Tamia. Exactly a year later, they got married in Michigan. Today, they celebrate 27 years of marriage.
Today’s Love Black History Fact
On July 23, 1969, Patti LaBelle married Armstead Edwards. Armstead proposed multiple times but she would say no. But realizing she might lose him if she didn’t say yes, she asked him. They got married five days later and remained married until 2003.
Today’s Love Black History Fact
On July 22, 2007, boxer Laila Ali married former NFL player Curtis Conway. Today, they celebrate 18 years of marriage.
Today’s Love Black History Fact
On July 21, 1930, Count Basie married Vivian Lee Winn. Vivian would be his first wife. They would remain married shy of five years.
Today’s Love Black History Fact
On July 20, 1941, dancer Katherine Dunham married John T. Pratt in a commitment ceremony in Mexico. They would become legally married in 1949 when they would adopt their daughter Marie-Christine. They remained married until Katherine died in 1986.
Today’s Love Black History Fact
On July 19, 1935, Robert C. Weaver (then future Secretary of Housing and Urban Developmen) married Ella Virginia Haith. Ella would become a speech pathologist. They adopted a son in 1942. They remained married until Ella’s death in 1991.
Today’s Love Black History Fact
On July 18, 1992, Bobby Brown and Whitney Houston got married at Whitney’s 5-acre estate in New Jersey in front of 800 guests.
Today’s Love Black History Fact
On July 17, 1943, Marian Anderson married architect Orpheus H. Fisher, at a chapel in a Connecticut cemetery. They remained married for 43 years.
Bruce Sudano in a tuxedo sits next to wife, Donna Summer who is wearing a white dress with a collar necklace. The second necklace has two white tassels hanging from it.
Today’s Love Black History Fact
On July 16, 1980, Donna Summer married musician Bruce Sudano. They met three years earlier. Donna and Bruce had two daughters and Bruce became a stepfather to Donna’s oldest. They remained married until 2012 when Donna died from lung cancer.
