First became as the most important fashion designer of the Dominican Republic. reached its fame in the 1960s.…
Robin McLaurin Williams was born on July 21, 1951.Hismother laurie Mclaurin was a former model from Jackson,Mississippi and his father Robert Fitzgerald Williams was asenior executive at Ford Motor Company in charge of the majorregion. Williams had english,Welsh,Irish,Scottish,German, andfrench ancestry.He had an older brother named R. Todd williams who wasthe co-founder of Toad Hollow Vineyard. Robin graduated fromredwood high school which is just south of san francisco. Heplayed soccer at Charlemagne high school.Williams described himself as a quiet child whose firstimitation was of his grandmother to his mother. He did notovercome his shyness until he became involved with his highschool drama department. John houseman was the man whoinitially saw the talent of Williams while being trained at Juilliard.This was the reason who told him to focus more on his standup comedy routines rather than…
He was quoted as saying "I wanted to be the first to view a country on which the eyes of a white man had never gazed and to follow the course of rivers that run through a new land.” ~ Jedediah Smith…
“If you are determined enough and willing to pay the price, you can get it done.” -Unknown…
Kanye Omari West (born June 8, 1977) is an American hip hop recording artist, songwriter, record producer, fashion designer, and entrepreneur. He is among the most acclaimed musicians of the 21st century,[1][2] attracting both praise and criticism for his work and outspoken public persona.…
Roy Smith’s America was a Dateline 20/20 News Story covering the vicious attacks on Roy Smith, a man who desired nothing more than to live quietly on a ranch in Colorado he purchased, by the community he lived near because of the community’s fear and ignorant racial beliefs. He lived on the ranch for almost 20 years before being driven off his own land by vandalism, beatings and attempts on his life. The case later became a Colorado Civil Rights case. The officers who had jurisdiction over the area his ranch was in did not believe the attacks occurred as Roy described…
Jedediah Strong Smith was born in New York in 1799. His New England ancestors came to America in 1634. Growing up Smith’s close family friend, a pioneer physician, mentored his love of nature and adventure. Smith was raised hunting and trapping in the forests of New York, Pennsylvania, and Ohio. He had also learned to read and write, skills that not many had learned on the American frontier. Aside from his Bible, which he usually carried wherever he went, Smith had also read and got inspiration from the Lewis and Clark Expedition. By age 22 Smith was an accomplished, ambitious outdoorsman, hunter and trapper. Smith desired to…
Ted Williams is a fifty-three year old former radio announcer who became homeless after battling drug and alcohol addiction. He lived each day in and out of homeless shelters and even found himself in prison. He became a beggar on the side of a Columbus Ohio road where he would hold up a sign with the catch…
I chose Sam Phillips for my producer because I love the blues and “rock and roll” and he played and important role in this area of the music industry. Sam Phillips inspires me to be more creative and to think outside the box when creating music. I think that's what music is all about. Sam not only broke down racial barriers in the music industry but really tested the limits of blues and helped and influenced the creation of “rock and roll”. He was a talent scout during the early stage of his career and I think talent scouts care more about music than even some musicians.…
Tommy Smith, fell short of the stereotypical "violence is key," category when he used his podium to raise attention to the hard times black people endured with simply one small gesture. On June 6, 1944, and Clarksville Texas, to the parents Richard and Dora Smith, Thomas C. "Tommie" Smith was born. Being one of 12 children, Tommy survived about times as a young boy but ameliorated to become a phenomenal athlete. In the mix, his family moved to California where Smith was voted MVP (most valuable player) of his basketball, football, and track team at Lemoore high school. Condescending into his early years, Smith's and rolled at the San José State University in 1963. Where he played basketball for a short semester and ran track for his remaining years. Smith did not just…
Will Smith is one of the greatest actors, singers and rappers of our time. Even from his youth to his adulthood, he has become one of the most influential people of America. He has become a gifted and talented actor, demanding millions of dollars for his parts in number one hits movies at the box office. With his charm, his talent, and his generosity he will be a household name remembered for years to come.…
Andrew White is a student who understands that the years spent in high school are what you make of them. Andrew has made the most of his high school career. Not one to be swayed by the masses, Andrew is an individual and is not afraid to think for himself. He is not one to make rash decisions, but thinks carefully about the decisions that he makes. He has a high level of maturity and has easily gained the respect of both peers and staff. His attitude, involvement and dedication to academics along with extracurricular activities are consistently positive. A scholar and an athlete, Andrew always gives one hundred percent effort. Most notably, I am impressed with Andrew’s development into not only an excellent student, but also the consistency he has shown in all areas of his involvement both in and outside of school.…
Winston Churchill is often considered one of Great Britain’s most important and effective leaders during World War 2. There are many reasons for this. Even though Churchill had remained outside of government for a period of time, he made speeches warning of Germany’s growing power. He also spoke out openly against Neville Chamberlain, the British Prime Minister, plan’s for appeasement with Nazi Germany. However, when Nazi Germany attacked Poland the public saw that Churchill knew this was going to happen. Just two days after the attack on Poland Churchill was once again made First Lord of the Admiralty. When Nazi Germany attacked France it was time for a new leader. Appeasement had not worked and on the same day that Chamberlain resigned King George VI asked Churchill to become the new Prime Minister. Churchill was what Britain needed, he was a strong speaker and did whatever it took to get his side to win whatever the matter. Three days after becoming Prime Minister he delivered one of his most famous speeches titled, “Blood, Toil, Tears, and Sweat.” This speech along with many others is what provided Britain with the morale boost they…
Will Smith would be a great model across the country because of his many accomplishments. Even though as a teenager he didn't get his dreams of being a computer engineer he now is a multi media star. Like other stars he didn't just stick with singing he now does the three major entertainment media in the United States film, television, and the music industry.…
One who looks down on things are bound to be struck by what’s above them. These are the words that symbolize the destruction of those who allow pride to consume them. Throughout time myths and parables on arrogance and the results of pride has been passed down from generations to generations providing mankind warnings against it.…