Which Black TV Characters Did You Look Up To Growing Up?
1 min read
When it comes to TV shows from childhood, there are some characters who are so memorable, they stick with you for life.
NBC
So, whether it was the leading role or a side character people didn't talk about enough, which Black TV characters did you look up to growing up?
Disney Channel / Courtesy Everett Collection
Like, maybe you loved Virgil Hawkins from Static Shock — especially since it was so rare to see a Black superhero on the screen.
Warner Bros / Courtesy Everett Collection
Perhaps you remember recurring characters like Susie Carmichael from Rugrats, and you admired the fact that she always tried to do what's right.
Nickelodeon
Maybe you'll never forget the lovable child genius, T.J. Henderson, from Smart Guy and related to his eagerness to learn.
Buena Vista Television
Or perhaps you were a huuuge fan of Raven Baxter from That's So Raven, and you were inspired by how she wasn't afraid to be herself and always pursued her passions.
Disney Channel / Courtesy Everett Collection
Advertisement
Advertisement
Whoever it is, we want to know! In the comments below, tell us which Black TV characters made you feel inspired, seen, or represented in your Blackness as a kid for a chance to be featured in an upcoming BuzzFeed Community post!
Solve the daily Crossword
35,898 people played the daily Crossword recently. Can you solve it faster than others?35,898 people played the daily Crossword recently. Can you solve it faster than others?


Crossword