1896-1932
Evelyn Preer was a pioneering black actress on stage and in film. She is originally from Vicksburg MS.
Beah Richards
1920-2000
Beah Richards, originally from Vicksburg MS, was an actress, poet and playwright. She was nominated for and Oscar and a Golden Globe and has won two Primetime Emmy Awards.
Andrew Bucci
1922-2014
Andrew Bucci, from Vicksburg MS, was an iconic modern artist.