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Editorial: During Black History Month, Super Bowl to mark historic first. Share Copy Link. Copy {copyShortcut} to copy Link copied! Updated: 4:37 PM EST Feb 9, 2023 Dan Joerres To have all of these moments in the Super Bowl, during Black History Month no less, was just as refreshing as they were entertaining. It’s important for Black people to get these opportunities On the 60th anniversary of the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and in celebration of Black History Month, NFL Network announces the debut of a new documentary "Keep Pushin: 60 Years of Quinton Peron and Napoleon Jinnies made history as the first Black male and openly gay cheerleaders to perform at the Super Bowl. Super Bowl LIII in Atlanta featured the Los Angeles Rams and New England Patriots, with both Peron and Jinnies cheering for the Rams, which lost to the Patriots, 13-3, in the lowest scoring Super Bowl in history. There’s no doubt in my mind,” Williams told DC News Now. “I understood the impact [on] Black Americans and even some white folks in America. They were pulling for me, too.” It wasn’t the first time Williams made history. He was also the first Black quarterback chosen in the first round of the NFL draft by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 1978. TEXAS — No matter the outcome, Sunday night will be historic for the NFL. Two Texas-born and raised athletes are making history at the Super Bowl for being the first time two Black quarterbacks will go head to head during Black History Month, and the halftime show will be performed by Rihanna, the country's youngest self-made Black billionaire. McFadden, a two-time Super Bowl champion said the moment "meant everything" and "especially if you're African American." "It didn't matter who won that game," said Fletcher, a four-time Pro Bowl On the 60th anniversary of the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and in celebration of Black History Month, NFL Network announces the debut of a new documentary "Keep Pushin: 60 Years of This year's Super Bowl made history; not only was this the first time ever that two Black quarterbacks went head to head in the championship game, but it was also the first Super Bowl to follow the establishment of the NFL's Diversity Advisory Committee, created to ensure equal employment opportunities for people of diverse backgrounds in senior-level coaching and office positions. GLENDALE, Ariz. (BVM) – In honor of Black History Month, here are some of the greatest moments in Super Bowl history made by Black athletes in sports. This year marks the 57th annual NFL championship and there have been countless trailblazers since the start who have helped break down barriers for underrepresented communities. On Friday, Feb. 7, the DIA and I Love Steppin’ present Steppin’ Into Black History Month at the DIA’s Rivera Court from 4:30-8:30 p.m. I Love Steppin’ is an open community of dancers passionate about Chicago Style Steppin’. Members gather in cities nationwide to celebrate and raise Take the Black History Month Civic Heroes Trolley Tour, featuring murals of iconic Black figures, with Murals Arts Philadelphia on Feb. 8. A guide will walk you through Philly neighborhoods with the murals and share stories behind each piece of art. February is Black History Month, a time the country highlights and celebrates the accomplishments of Black Americans. No delay for School District of Philadelphia after Super Bowl LIX. 2 hours Since the Super Bowl’s inception in 1960, Carter G. Woodson’s Idea for Black History Month. Get to Know 6 History-Making Black Country Singers. Advertisement - Continue Reading Below. During a press briefing Friday, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt responded to a question from NBC News about whether Trump plans to keep with tradition and sign a proclamation about Black History Month ahead of its start on Saturday. “The president looks forward to signing a proclamation celebrating Black History Month. Find your place to watch Eagles’ Super Bowl. 📺🍻🦅 by Billy Penn Staff January 31, 2025 January It is one of many family-friendly events scheduled in Philly during Black History Month. For most people, the Super Bowl, is “must see TV.” Further, the Super Bowl has often had a Louisiana and local flavor. In the first Super Bowl, Jimmy Taylor from Baton Rouge High scored on a Black History Month: A look back at Doug Williams becoming the first Super Bowl-winning Black quarterback Williams shook off a knee injury to lead Washington to a 42-10 victory over John Elway and The weekend of Feb. 7-9, 2025, enjoy museum exhibits for Black History Month, Valentine's crafts and more in Washington, D.C., Maryland and Virginia. NFL Network is set to celebrate Black History Month with a wide array of programming dedicated to honoring the iconic people, stories, and events that have shaped the NFL.
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