@cultofmegs: Replying to @prettytrekelly Thank you for requesting this series! #hollywoodhistory #oldhollywood #hattiemcdaniel #blackexcellence #goldenage Description: Hattie McDaniel, born in 1895, was a trailblazing Black performer who overcame numerous challenges. She became the first Black woman to sing on the radio and the first Black performer to win an Academy Award for her role in “Gone with the Wind.” Despite facing criticism for typecasting, McDaniel’s talent and determination shone through, making her a memorable figure in Hollywood.
If I'm remembering correctly, Octavia Spencer referenced Ms Hattie's Oscar speech when she won her Oscar.
2026-08-12 00:00:35
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Milvanlan403 :
I think that in our current TikTok-ification of discourse we have today, we truly don’t realize how delicate of a balance trailblazers have to take to become trailblazers and how much nuance is needed to discuss these topics fully. She was a brilliant actress who had to learn to navigate in the world where her parents hadn’t even been seen as people, legally, when they were born.
2026-08-11 21:34:27
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Aislingmm :
Thank you for showing her full acceptance speech! That was the first time I have ever seen that. What a life story!
2026-08-11 22:58:55
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Bajan Maple Syrup 🇨🇦 :
Nicely done, Girly Pop. Hattie would be honoured to have an ally like you.
2026-08-12 04:17:02
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Stevie 🤎 :
i wish she could see her impact. we still have a LONGGGGG way to go but her work got us to where we are now!
2026-08-11 21:13:34
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Ashley :
Got to visit her grave in November 2019!
2026-09-09 22:44:48
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Philippa :
Love this video. I know these must take ages to make and they don’t get the numbers your other videos do, but they’re important and they’re appreciated!
2026-08-15 07:09:39
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🫧libby 🫧 :
do you remember when…
2026-08-11 21:14:11
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pulidczqijq :
Hattie was a brilliant beyond brilliant actress!👏👏👏
2026-08-11 21:14:04
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Rosy Arredondo :
This has been my favorite video you’ve ever done.. I couldn’t help but have tears run down my face.. I absolutely love it.. 😭❤️
2026-08-11 22:38:16
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prettytrekelly :
thank you for this video Megs! Hattie is a true change maker. ✨
2026-08-11 22:27:16
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Mazz 🍉 :
As one of your Black American followers, I really appreciate this video and I'm happy to see more people remembering and honoring Hattie. She deserved the world.
2026-08-21 21:44:10
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HardKnockLife :
Dorothy Dandridge? I want to know stars like Hattie & Dorothy had private meetings where they sipped good wine and discussed Hollywood’s mess
2026-08-11 21:27:36
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Stacy :
Too sassy? Never heard of such a thing.
2026-08-11 22:02:33
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anguish1414 :
This may be one of my favorite videos you have ever done!
2026-08-11 22:07:00
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Jazz Jynx :
"Arguing and fussing". was that the literal legal reason for divorce? i kind of love it.
2026-08-12 14:10:50
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imtheburghgal5 :
This is a beautiful tribute
2026-08-11 21:39:12
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marciapoulson1 :
This gave me chills! Thank you for this lovely tribute ❤️💕 💜
2026-08-13 23:38:34
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Tanz Bee :
This was beautiful Meg's. So thoughtful, respectful and informative. Your content is just so well researched and balanced between entertaining and also shows kindness for stories like Hattie.
2026-08-12 00:12:34
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ToughTimeToBeNamedKaren :
This is probably my favorite video you’ve ever done. May she never be forgotten, may the lessons be heard by every generation. Love the pictures, videos, quotes you’ve included. Really great.
2026-08-13 14:54:57
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Aunt Jen 🪁🫧🔮 :
I feel in love with her when I was young, watching Shirley Temple. Thinking back I feel like she felt like family, safe and warm, what I thought other families felt like.She was an absolute treasure.
2026-08-11 23:19:21
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karenwichmann :
This is my favorite story you've ever done. What an incredible woman and I thank you for the beauty and kindness in your storytelling.
2026-08-11 23:38:45
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shapes_and_things :
She is such an icon ❤️✨
2026-08-11 22:40:12
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sampalumbo_ :
What an icon! Great video Megs
2026-08-11 22:05:39
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