Black History Month - Honoring Wesley Snipes

To celebrate Black History Month, every day (or nearly every day) of February, I will be showcasing a person who I believe is worthy of being honored and praised for his or her talents, bravery and contributions to our country.

Wesley Snipes

Brief Bio
Wesley Snipes was born July 31, 1962 in Orlando, FL. He attended the High School for the Performing Arts,popularized in the movie "Fame." After graduating he appeared in local dinner theaters and regional productions. An agent saw him in a competition and got him his first movie role with Goldie Hawn in Wildcats.

Why he is being honored
Is there anybody "blacker" than Wesley Snipes?