They are gorgeous, powerful, sensitive, emotional, and downright stunning in many ways. They are becoming role models for both young girls and adult women, inspiring them to become better and strive for more. More often than not women who play those superheroines are also amazing in real life.
With black female role models like Rihanna, Halley Berry, Kerry Washington and Zendaya, young girls of color see themselves represented on the big screen, and know that they too can pursue similar aspirations. Although, there are many more beautiful women of color on the big screen, here are 12 of the most beautiful and inspirational black actresses of Hollywood.
