Our Black History Heroes
Our Black History Heroes is a TV show on CBBC. Children's series celebrating inspirational and history-making figures from the past 200 years. The program has been available since 2024. A total of 14 episodes have been broadcast, most recently in October 2025.
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Our Black History Heroes
Jadon explains why the former president of the United States, Barack Obama, is a hero to him.
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Matilda celebrates award-winning American singer Aretha Franklin.
Bobby champions one of the greatest basketball players and cultural influencers of all time.
Mia looks into the life story of influential civil rights minister and activist Malcolm X.
Sienna profiles the groundbreaking Nasa mathematician nicknamed The Human Computer.
Dylan talks about his hero Serena Williams, professional tennis player and cultural icon.
Tabitha tells the story of singer-songwriter and civil rights activist Nina Simone.
Milly celebrates the accomplishments of the pioneering and award-winning director Ava DuVernay.
Nylah introduces groundbreaking British supermodel and activist Naomi Campbell.
Ethan tells the story of Martin Luther King and why he is his hero.
Mason explains why Jamaican champion sprinter Usain Bolt is his black history hero.
Talia tells the story of the pioneering and courageous nurse and businesswoman Mary Seacole.
Tariq sings the praises of Jamaican singer, songwriter and musician Bob Marley.