25 Black actors who redefined LGBTQIA+ representation Let's not punish black British actors like Cynthia Erivo for playing roles like Harriet Tubman it's the TV and film industry's fault The Independent The Independent Do y'all believe the criticism that Black actors and comedians receive for wearing dresses is valid or overblown? Full #WePlayinSpades episode streaming on YouTube! @weplayinspades These Black actors aren't all, or even mostly, A listers. And many of these Black dress photos are MORE than a decade years old. Some are even 20 30 years old. That said, yes, Famous Black Male Celebrities Who Dressed Up As Women (PHOTOS)