12 White Celebrities You Didn’t Know Were Actually Black

Five time GRAMMY nominee Mariah Carey stunned the world, when she revealed her black heritage, being of Africa American and Afro Venezuelan descent. While her big reveal might come as a surprise, there are even bigger names in Hollywood and the music industry that are as white as a marshmallow and look like your typical white folks, however, behind them is a whole world of black heritage waiting to be unveiled.
From celebs rocking sleek blond hair, crystal blue eyes, and fair skin that seems to glow in the sunlight to the outright pale folks, you would never guess that there's an intriguing African heritage waiting to be unraveled.
So, get ready to meet 12 of the most surprising white celebs you didn't know were actually black. We'll delve into their family backgrounds, explore their roots, and understand how they embrace and celebrate their unique identities.

Welcome to Secret Journals, where we delve deep into the realm of documentaries, unveiling secrets and revealing forbidden truths, with particular focus on Africa and the rich tapestry of the Black experience throughout history. Join us on a captivating journey as we explore the untold stories, hidden knowledge, and the often overlooked aspects of Black history.

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[a.taylor]

Ain't NO Black people that was alive in the 90s think Mariah Carey was all White. She ain't NEVER deny that!

[k.kathleenswanson]

Mariah said that she was black, Irish and Venezuelan since 1990. I used to tape all of her interview on VHS. So I don't know why people believe that she did a big reveal.

[shashiishai]

Recently, I discovered that Carole Channing had African American roots. Her father passed as white as his complexion was very light. They only told her so when she married and had children she wouldn't freak out if a black baby was born to her. When she found out, she delighted in her new self identity...

[namkebanyanklariti]

Nobody thought Megan was white and nobody thought Dwayne was white either.

[MCMLXXXIX]

Dwayne isn't even half White, he's half Black and half Polynesian.

[rodb]

Most of us knew that Dwayne Johnson dad was the black wrestler Rocky Johnson.

[nicolesmith]

WE have known this for years. You may see these celebs as white but we can look at them and tell they are of mixed ethnic backgrounds. Their skin may be light, and their hair may be straight but there are features we can see. To add one more to the list - Maya Rudolph.

[BUHNANUHBREAD]

You forgot Slash!! He is the guitarist in the band Guns n Roses!! His dad is white and his mom is black!!

[lisayoung]

The Rock has never identified as white. How could he when his mom is Samoan & his father is black.

[a.taylor]

You might wanna retitle this - like, "12 Celebrities White People Didn't Know Weren't White"

[SeanMcmillan-jcte]

Mariah Carey being black. That's old news . She spoke about her dad on Oprah years ago

[elaineen]

Markle never denied her black heritage.

[kimsmith]

How can anyone not recognize that these people are of mixed heritage?

[afoga]

No black person would want to claim Amber Rose especially since she doesn’t think she’s half black!😮

[pxrtevx]

Megan has been married to Harry seven years. She had her black mother at the wedding. So how is that hidden. The wedding was broadcast around the world.

[celtiberian]

No one thinks of Any of these people as white

[rdcdancer]

People of African descent come in many shades and many have light eyes. I believe most black people weren’t surprised, we know our heritage.

[SeanMcmillan-jcte]

Wentworth Miller talked about his background on Ellen years ago

[elbertbrown]

Here's one for ya!! The late actress and singer Carol Channing was a Black woman. Don't believe? Google it. Her and Louis Armstrong were very close, and he knew her Afro ethnicity but kept it a secret.

[percycesar]

Their black origins are obvious. What are you talking about?