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1. Malinda Williams

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The 37-year-old actress has been in the game for quite some time. We loved her when she played “Bird” in the television adaptation of “Soul Food.”

2. Naomie Harris

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Confidence and beauty exude from the British-born star. With “Skyfall” and “Pirates of the Caribbean” already under her belt, we can’t wait to catch her playing Winnie Mandela alongside Idris Elba this November.

3. Sonequa Martin Green

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Currently starring in two hit series “The Good Wife” and “The Walking Dead,” we can see that this beauty will go far.

4. Aisha Tyler

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Some remember her from E! Entertainment’s “Talk Soup,” on which she was the first African American and woman to host the series. Others might remember Tyler as the first African American to play an “extended” character on “Friends” – whatever the case, this comedic genius is a force to be reckoned with. Catch her currently on CBS’ “The Talk.”

5. Angel Conwell

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From “Baby Boy” to most recently “The Young & the Restless,” this beauty seems to be one of the most hardworking actresses out.

6. Anika Noni Rose

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Many remember the actress from the hit film “Dream Girls” alongside Beyonce and J Hud, but this seasoned pro made history when she voiced Princess Tiana in Disney’s “The Princess & The Frog.”

7. Denise Vasi

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Fashion model turned soap star. This actress has a lot to celebrate after walking down the aisle with director Anthony Mandler. Catch her on VH1’s “Single Ladies.”