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  • Pele (Great Memories)

    Pele

    By: Cece Hymes

    Pele was a Brazilian professional footballer who played as a forward. I had to do a little research on Pele. I didn’t know much about him but once I researched him I was very interested. When he was 16, he had a dream to play for the Brazilian National team. His dream came true. Pele charmed everyone with his brilliance in sport, stopped a war, performed social work around the world. He was one of the greatest players of all time and labelled “The Greatest” By FIFA.

    Did you know Pele was included in the “Time” list of the 100 most important people in the 20th Century? Pele had a statue made in Rio de Janeiro. Pele was the minister in sport and inspired people all over the world. Pele had several autobiographies, starred in documentary films, and composed musical pieces. Here was some of the films to check out:

     

    ·         Pele

    ·         Hotshot

    ·         Victory

    Check those out and tell me what you think? Also, what was your most memorable moment with Pele? Here are some of my favorite quotes by him:

    ·         “Success is no accident”

    ·         “The more difficult the victory, the greater the happiness in winning”

    ·         “Everything is Practice”

    ·         “The Ambition should always be to play an elegant game”

    Here are 3 most interesting fact about Pele:

    ·         Pele was born as Esdon Arantes do Nascimento in Brazil

    ·         Pele was signed by Santos when he was 15

    ·         At 17, Pele became the youngest-ever winner of a World Cup

    Check him out. So many Great Memories he left all over the world. Also make sure to follow me @Cece.Atl 

  • Bernie Mac (Great Memories)

    Bernie Mac

    By: Cece Hymes

    Bernie Mac was a comedian and actor. He was so funny. I remember watching him do comedy with Steve Harvey, Cedric the Entertainer and D.L. Hughley on Kings of Comedy. If you have not seen that you have to watch, they all are so funny. Bernie Mac hosts the HBO show Midnight Mac.  Here are some of the movies and T.V. shows he was on:

     

    ·         The Bernie Mac Show

    ·         Kings of Comedy

    ·         Ocean’s Eleven

    ·         Guess Who

    ·         Soul Men

    ·         Life

    ·         Mr. 3000

    ·         Pride

    ·         Booty Call

    ·         The Walking Dead

     

    Bernie Mac won two Emmy Award nominations for outstanding lead actor in a Comedy Series. Bernie Mac was the man. His eyes get really big when he is talking lol. I loved the Bernie Mac show. He was a good comedian. When I say good, I mean funny. Here is some of Bernie Mac Quotes:

     

    ·         “Only way you can you get upset is when you expecting something”

    ·         “I’m not a star, and I don’t want to be a star. Star fall, I’m an ordinary guy with an extraordinary job”

    ·         “I’m so black, I leave fingerprints on coal”

    ·         “I’m funny. I’m a comedian. I’m not a clown”

    Tell me what your favorite film or T.V. show was that Bernie Mac played in. What is the most memorable moment you’ve had of Bernie Mac? Bernie influenced so many comedians and did you know that he and his wife have been together since high school. Go and watch Kings of Comedy and it will get you a good laugh today. Also make sure to follow me @Cece.Atl 

  • Chuck Brown (Great Memories)

    Chuck Brown

    By: Cece Hymes

    Chuck Brown was a guitarist, bandleader and singer known as “The Godfather of Go-Go.  If you were from the DMV area you know that Chuck Brown got down on the guitar. I am from D.C., and everyone knows when you think of Go-Go your first thought is Chuck Brown. Some of my favorite hits by him are:

    ·         Bustin Loose

    ·         It Do’t Mean a Thing if Aint Got That Swing

    ·         Moody’s Mood for Love

    ·         Johnny Mercer’s

    ·         Midnight Sun

    Chuck Brown was a big influence on other Go- Go bands such as the Soul Rebels Brass Band, The Backyard Band, Junk Yard Band, Rare Essence, EU, Trouble Funk and more. You have to definitely check out The Chuck Brown Memorial Park in D.C. It features a memorial wall honoring his life and achievements, as well as a sculpture called “Wind Me Up, Chuck” signifying the “Call and Response” associated with Go-Go music.  Here are some of my favorite quotes by him:

    ·         “Whatever you do big or small, do it well or don’t do it at all”

    ·         “Keep what you’ve got till you get what you need, y’all”

    ·         “You Gotta five a lot just to get what you need sometimes, Y’all”

    Chuck Brown was another legend that left us great music. So many memories that we have of great talent. If you are ever in D.C., make sure to check out some of the great things that Chuck Brown has done in the area. We love Go-Go and glad he influenced so many great groups that are still around pushing the music. I remember that people would beat on the trashcans just to make Go-Go music because they didn’t have the instruments and guitars. He influences so many people by the sound. Just turn a regular song into a nice Go- Go beat and be rockin.

    What are some of your great memories of Chuck Brown? What was your favorite song? Let me know if you checked out Memorial Park and what you thought about it. Also make sure to follow me @Cece.Atl.

  • Eartha Kitt (Great Memories)

    Eartha Kitt

    By: Cece Hymes

    Eartha Kitt was a singer, actress, dancer, comedian, activist, author and songwriter. When I think of Eartha Kitt I always think of Boomerang and her being Catwoman. Did you know she had 6 songs on the top 30 hits? Here are some of her songs:

     

    ·         Santa Baby

    ·         Snuff out the Light

    ·         I Love Men

    ·         C’est Si Bon

    ·         Where is My Man

    ·         I Want to be Evil

     

    She did her thing on Broadway. She also earned two Daytime Emmy Awards. You can’t find too many that can do it all. She could sing, dance, write and act. Here are some of films that she was in:

     

    St Louis Blues

    Anna Lucasta

    Boomerang

    Fatas Instinct

    Batman

    The Wild Party

    She gave her presents with us for a long time and she left us with great films and music for us to remember her by. We have so much talent in this world. We definitely have to keep our memories of all the great talents we have lost. I think I may go watch Boomerang today. I love that movie. What were some of your great memories you’ve had of Eartha Kitt? What was your favorite film or song? Make sure to follow me @Cece.Atl

     

     

  • Dorothy Dandridge (Great Memories)

    Dorothy Dandridge

    By: Cece Hymes

    Dorothy Dandridge was an actress, singer, and dancer. She is the first African American film star to be nominated for the Academy Award for best actress, which was for her performances in Carmen Jones. Did you know that Dorothy was nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Porgy and Bess. She was also recognized with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Here are some of the films she was in:

    ·         Porgy and Bess

    ·         Tamango

    ·         Carmen Jones

    ·         Atlantic City

    ·         Sundown

    ·         Lady From Louisiana

    Dorothy Dandridge also was a singer and was a very beautiful woman. She sang at venues such as the Cotton Club and the Apollo. When she was young her and her sister toured the United States and they were called “The Wonder Children” later they were renamed “The Dandridge Sisters.  Here are some of my favorite quotes by her:

    ·         “Somehow, people just like to look at me”

    ·         “If one person in a thousand criticized me while all the others cheered, I didn’t hear the cheers”

    ·         “I can’t play a slave”

    I am a bookworm, but I haven’t had a chance to read any of her books. If you are a fan, check out some of her books and let me know what you think. It’s so sad that so many entertainers overdose and have so many addictions, depression and demons. We have lost so many legends. Thankful for great memories and the impact they left with us.  Halle Berry played Dorothy Dandridge and did a wonderful job.

    Tell me what your greatest memory of Dorothy Dandridge is. What was your favorite film and song? If you have read any of her books, please recommend them to me so I can check it out. Also make sure to follow me @Cece.Atl.

  • Barbara Walters (Great Memories)

    Barbara Walters

    By: Cece Hymes

    Barbara Walters was an American broadcast journalist and television personality. She was known for her interviewing ability and popularity with viewers. She was a great journalist. She appeared as a host on numerous television programs including Today, the ABC Evening News, 20/20 and The View. Did you know that Barbara  was inducted into the Television Hall of Fame? She received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the NATAS in 2000 and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

    Barbara Walters has a couple of books out so if you are a fan check out her Memoir. It is on my list to read. I can’t wait to learn more about her journey, especially with me being a journalist I can get more tips for my journey. I love reading so can’t wait to dive into this book. Some of my favorite quotes by her are:

    ·         “I have such trouble with R’s and L’s. My name should have been Diane Sawyer”

    ·         “Be the last one out. Do your homework. Choose your battles. Don’t whine and don’t be the one who complains about everything. Fight The Big Fights”

    ·         “To excel is to reach your own highest dream”

    ·         “Life sometimes brings enormous difficulties and challenges that seem just too hard to bear”

    Did you know that Barbara Walters signed a 5-million-dollar contract with ABC, establishing her as the highest paid news anchor? She was the first U.S. female network news anchor. Let me know what your most memorable moment was with Barbara Walters. Also make sure to follow me @Cece.Atl.  

  • Michael Jackson (Great Memories)

    Michael Jackson

    By: Cece Hymes

    When we talk about Michael Jackson, we talk about a legend that meant so much to the world through his music. Michael Jackson started out young. He and his brothers had the group Jackson 5. I loved the song “Never Can Say Goodbye” , one of my favorites. Michael Jackson was a singer, songwriter, dancer, and philanthropist. He was definitely the “King  of Pop”. Michael Jackson was the king of dancing and he can put on a  great performance. He loved to dance. He came up with dances like moonwalk and the robot. He is the most awarded musician in history.  Some of my favorite songs of his are:

    ·         Billie Jean

    ·         Beat it

    ·         Bad

    ·         We are the World

    ·         Thriller

    ·         Wanna Be Startin Somethin’

    ·         Heal the World

    ·         Man in the Mirror

    ·         Remember the Time

    There are so many songs that I can name but those were some of my favorites. Did you know that Michael made an appearance on the United States Negro College Fund’s “Parade of Stars” telethon airing on U.S. television and radio networks, to help raise money to aid 41 historically Black colleges and universities. He also received an award from the UNFC and an honorary doctorate from Fisk University.  Check out some of the books he has and let me know how they are. I know it is going to be good because it’s Michael Jackson. Here are some of the films he was in:

    ·         The Wiz

    ·         Moonwalker

    ·         Bad

    ·         Captain EO

    ·         This Is It

    ·         Michael Jackson Number Ones

    ·         Michael Jackson Ghosts

    ·         Thriller

    Michael Jackson had two pet llamas on his ranch, Lola and Louis, now that’s a fun fact you probably didn’t know. The album Thriller was number one on the Billboard Chart for 37 weeks. Michael won 13 Grammy Awards, including 8 for the album Thriller. Here are some of my favorite quotes by him:

    ·         “In a world filled with hate, we must still dare to hope”

    ·         “Lies run sprints, but the truth runs marathons”

    ·         “We have to heal our wounded world”

    ·         “If you enter this world knowing you are loved and you leave this world knowing the same, then everything that happens in between can be dealt with”

    ·         “No matter what, the most powerful thing in the world is the human mind, and prayer, and belief in yourself and confidence and perseverance.  No matter how many times you do it, you do it again, until it’s right. And always believe in yourself”

    Michael Jackson empowered so many people in the world. He was different and very musical. Tell me your most memorable moment of Michael Jackson. What was your favorite song? What did you learn from him? Also, If you checked out any of his books let me know how you liked it? Follow me @cece.atl

  • Prince (Great Memories)

    Prince

    By: Cece Hymes

    When we talk about Prince we talk about a legend that meant so much to the world through his music. Prince was everything: he was a singer, songwriter, musician, producer and more. His style was different and so smooth. Prince sold over 100 million records and some of his awards included Grammy President’s Merit award. The American Music award for Achievement, The Billboard Icon award, Academy award, Golden Globe award, and many more. He was also inducted twice into the Black Music & Entertainment Walk of Fame. Some of my favorite songs by him are:

    ·         Purple Rain

    ·         When Doves Cry

    ·         The Most Beautiful Girl in the World

    ·         Raspberry Beret

    ·         Little Red Corvette

    ·         Kiss

    ·         I Wanna Be Your Lover

    Prince Movie Purple Rain was a classic that was one of the biggest films that no one could ever forget. The soundtrack for the film was also big. It’s another feeling and zone when you hear “Purple Rain” and “When Doves Cry”. Prince has a couple of books out. I did get a chance to read two which I learned more about his journey and Life. Did you know Prince first recorded instrumental  titled “The Dawn” a thematic idea that would resurface in his work for decades. The meaning behind “The Dawn” is “A Time of Greater Consciousness and Spiritual Understanding”. Prince was a beast on that guitar.

    Just watching some of his shows and going back he puts on a show. He was a genius when it came to music. He wrote music for so many people  and played instruments like no other. He empowered so many people to own their uniqueness, shaping the more diverse, and accepting you for who you are. It’s so much we can say about Prince but one thing is his music speaks volumes and will forever live within us. Here are some of my favorite quotes by him:

    ·         “Every day I feel is a blessing from God. And I consider it a new beginning. Yeah. Everything is beautiful”

    ·         “A strong spirit transcends rules”

    ·         “Art is about building a new foundation, not just laying something on top of what’s already there”

    ·         “To create something from nothing is one of the greatest feelings, and I would -I don’t know, I wish it upon everybody. It’s heaven”

    I can’t forget the Prince Estate; it presents Prince’s life and work. You have to look it up and get a view of what was inside. It’s worth millions. There’s so much to say about Prince and what he meant to us. He touched all of us through his music and he is one that will never be forgotten. We never know what people go through and as I said before let’s pray for one another. We have lost so many legends through addictions, depression, and the demons that live within them that they can’t fight off. Thankful for great memories and the great music he left within us. We have to continue to teach our generation what real music is.

    Tell me what your favorite memory of Prince is. What was your favorite song by him? Did you check out his books? What did you think about his fashion? Comment and let me know also follow me @Cece. Atl. 

  • Michael K. Williams (Great Memories)

    Michael K. Williams

    By: Cece Hymes

    I had a chance to read Michael Williams’ book “Scenes from My Life” . It was really good. I got to know more about how he grew up and his journey. He was a great actor. Everyone loved him on the HBO drama series “The Wire”. Did you know that he was a dancer before he started acting?  Here are some of the films he played in:

    ·         Breaking

    ·         Body Brokers

    ·         Doing Hard Time

    ·         Superfly

    ·         Snitch

    ·         The Red Sea

    ·         Belly 2

    ·         Triple 9

    He also appeared in “Gone Baby Gone” and “12 Years A Slave” that earned him a 2007 NAACP Image award. Music brought him joy. He loves house music. He had a rough life growing up and he turned to drugs to take away some of the pain he had been through. If you are a fan check out his book to learn more about his life and how he got to where he was.  Some of his quotes that I liked are:

    “My only goal is to stay focused on my craft and make sure my life is as sharp as it can be to attack any character that is given to me”

    “Revenge is not a positive state of mind or energy to indulge yourself in”

    “I come to work on time. I focus on my job. I bust my scenes out and everything else kind of happens from there”

    These are some of his Great memories with us watching him in shows and movies. Even though he went through a lot he played his roles. He also did things in the community. You never know what people are going through, we just have to pray over everyone. What was your greatest memory of Michael K Williams? What Movie or show did you love the most? What did you think of his book? Also follow me @Cece.Atl

  • Dmx (Great Memories)

    DMX

    By: Cece Hymes

    Earl Simmons, known as DMX, was a legend. I got a chance to read his book “E.A.R.L The Autobiography of DMX”. It was a great book, I learned more about his life and journey. Even though he had demons in his head he always would pray. He would give homeless people money; pray for everyone. You could tell he had a big heart. Did you know that he was the first artist to debut an album at No. 1 five times in a row on the Billboard 200 charts? Here are some of the movies he played in:

    ·         Belly, Romeo Must Die

    ·         Exit Wounds

    ·         Cradle 2 the Grave

    Some of my favorite songs by him:

    ·         X Gon Give It to Ya

    ·         Ruff Ryders Anthem

    ·         What these Bit**** Want

    ·         Slippin

    ·         Lord Give Me a Sign

    ·         What’s My Name

    ·         Get at Me Dog

    DMX was a beast, and he would rap or go against anyone anywhere.  He had a hard childhood and life growing up. He had a big impact on Hip-Hop. Some of his quotes that I liked are:

    ·         “I just find myself happy with the simple things”

    ·         “Anything that’s not positive, I don’t have the energy to focus on it”

    ·         “I know I may have done some bad things, but I’m not a bad person”

    Make sure you check out his book, it is really good. What was your favorite moment of DMX? What was your favorite song? Drop a comment below also follow me @Cece.atl