Theoretical physicist who won the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1918 for his theory on quantum physics. He revolutionized the way people thought about the atomic process. George Washington Carver (1864-1943) Nationality: American Known for: Used peanuts in a variety of inventions and products Scientist...
A List of Famous Hispanic Actors, with photos! These are some of the most well known Mexican Americans in the United States. Currently, over 10% of the ...
When it comes to entertainment, some of the best songs, books and movies are brought to us by Hispanic people. In American history, there's no shortage of Hispanic and Latinx pioneers who have overcome so many hurdles (looking at you, Dr. Ellen Ochoa). And, of course, there are ...
Marilyn Milian (born May 1, 1961) is an American television personality, lecturer, and retired Florida Circuit Court judge who currently presides over the American courtroom television series The People's Court. She is the first Hispanic arbitrator to preside over a court show. By the end of ...
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, learn about famous Hispanic people like Chile's Pedro Pascal, Colombia’s Shakira, and Spain’s Rosalía.
Famous Firsts by Hispanic Americans Famous Firsts in America Black History Timeline American history is full of African American trailblazers and pathfinders. Some names, like Barack Obama, are familiar to most of us. Others may not be as familiar, though they certainly should be! Black history...
To mark Hispanic Heritage Month starting on September 15, here's a list of Hispanic and Latinx celebrities—singers, artists—you cannot ignore.
Known For: First Puerto Rican in the World Golf Hall of Fame Juan Antonio “Chi Chi” Rodriguez has won many awards througout his golfing career. These include the Hispanic Recognition Award, the Bob Jones Award and the Old Tom Morris Award. Mickey Wright (1935-present) Nationality: American...
Recognizing powerful women of the decade, 2000-2009, whose role in history is likely to be remembered.
Miguel Indurain Larraya is a retired Spanish road racing cyclist. Indurain won five consecutive Tours de France from 1991 to 1995, the fourth, and last, to win five times. He won the Giro d'Italia twice, becoming one of only seven people in history to achieve the Giro-Tour double in ...