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Quotes from Black history can be a great way to personalize yourself with some of the most prominent figures in American history. 

The comedy legend turns 49 today.

Legendary writer Toni Morrison left her indelible mark on the literary world, so it's only right that we remember some of her famous words that she both wrote and spoke in life.

James Baldwin would have turned 97 years old this year. Here are 10 of the most important things he said in life.

To celebrate what would have been Nelson Mandela's 104th birthday. Here are some of his most memorable quotes

On Malcolm X's 97th birthday and nearly 60 years after his assassination, the civil rights icon's words and work remain relevant.

Check out these powerful quotes from Kobe Bryant that prove he is and will always be thee Black Mamba.

Scholar and revolutionary activist Angela Davis documented her life as well as her views about women, race, class and politics on the pages of more than 10 books that she has authored. These quotes from a sample of those books have proven to be timeless.

Fred Hampton was only 21 years old when he was killed on Dec. 4, 1969, but his political, social and revolutionary legacy stands the test of time through these 10 quotes.

The King of Pop passed would have been 61 years old today.

Check out some of her most inspiring quotes. The NAACP Image Awards airs February 11 on TVOne.