FirstGens in Space
January 17
Michelle Obama
Michelle Obama, the daughter of a working-class family, became a first-generation college graduate at Princeton University. She went on to become a lawyer, author, and the first Black First Lady of the United States, championing education and public health initiatives.
February 20
Rihanna
Rihanna was born in Barbados and moved to the United States as a young artist, becoming a global music icon and self-made billionaire entrepreneur. She is widely recognized for redefining beauty and fashion through inclusive brands like Fenty.
March 28
Lady Gaga
Lady Gaga, born to an Italian-American family, is a first-generation college attendee who rose to global fame as a singer, actress, and philanthropist. She has used her platform to advocate for mental health awareness and LGBTQ+ rights.
April 18
Hasan Minhaj
Hasan Minhaj is the son of Indian immigrants and a first-generation American who rose to prominence as a comedian, writer, and host. Known for his work on The Daily Show and Patriot Act, he uses storytelling to explore politics, identity, and the immigrant experience in the 21st century.
May 2
Dwayne Johnson
Dwayne Johnson is the son of a Samoan mother and Black Canadian father, representing a multicultural immigrant background. He rose from financial instability to become a global entertainment figure and entrepreneur in the 21st century.
June 4
Issa Rae
Issa Rae is the daughter of Senegalese and Louisiana-born parents and a first-generation American creative voice. She gained acclaim for Insecure and has reshaped storytelling around Black identity, career ambition, and modern life.
June 4
Issa Rae
Issa Rae is the daughter of Senegalese and Louisiana-born parents and a first-generation American creative voice. She gained acclaim for Insecure and has reshaped storytelling around Black identity, career ambition, and modern life.
June 4
Issa Rae
Issa Rae is the daughter of Senegalese and Louisiana-born parents and a first-generation American creative voice. She gained acclaim for Insecure and has reshaped storytelling around Black identity, career ambition, and modern life.
June 4
Issa Rae
Issa Rae is the daughter of Senegalese and Louisiana-born parents and a first-generation American creative voice. She gained acclaim for Insecure and has reshaped storytelling around Black identity, career ambition, and modern life.
June 4
Issa Rae
Issa Rae is the daughter of Senegalese and Louisiana-born parents and a first-generation American creative voice. She gained acclaim for Insecure and has reshaped storytelling around Black identity, career ambition, and modern life.