New And Old Black Actors Who Are Shaping The Future In Hollywood

Iconic actors have been passing the torch to rising stars since the beginning of time but a new generation of entertainers are setting the stage for a complete takeover in Hollywood.

For the past several years: Samuel L. Jackson, Terrence Howard, Denzel Washington and Will Smith have used their acting chops to spotlight commentary on racism, sexism, and classism in our society in their previous films.

These legends are still shaping Hollywood in their own respective ways, but an entirely new generation of actors are already emerging and spreading diversity to even bigger playing field.

Hit the flip to peep how rising stars like Anthony Mackie, Idris Elba, Michael B. Jordan and Common are following in their steps and bridging the gap between the old and new school.