Happy Mother’s Day: 13 Black Momagers Who Helped Launch The Careers Of Countless Stars [Gallery]

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In honor of Mother’s Day this Sunday (May 14), we are celebrating our favorite Black momagers in entertainment. These stellar mommy managers helped launch the careers of countless stars like Keke Palmer, Jacob Latimore, and Marsai Martin. Wish them a Happy Mother’s Day and celebrate their success with a gallery saluting their contributions to television, film, music and sports inside.

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Ever wondered how some of the biggest names in the industry started so young and ended up being the successful superstars they are today? Well, it all started with the support from their loving mothers. Mother’s Day honors moms worldwide who continue to pour into society in one of the most fascinating ways. Not only contributing by giving life by birthing the next generation, but nurturing their children’s gifts and talents so that they may re-contribute to the world authentically.

Moms, like Sharon Palmer, who birthed the boss superstar Keke or Tish Taylor-Searcy who gave us her talented son Jacob, are the women behind the scenes putting in the real work. They saw a spark in their passionate children and decided to act on their skills in a major way.

Of course, when fans hear the word “momager,” the name Kris Jenner usually comes to mind. She single-handedly shaped the careers of her entire family after one unfortunate (or fortunate depending on how you look at it) sex tape. A momager is defined as the mother of a famous person, who is also their manager.

Jenner is definitely a great momager to highlight, but we want to shine a light on the wonderful Black moms who have contributed to entertainment with fierceness, passion and tenacity.

Happy Mother’s Day to these wonderful moms!

Check out a gallery of entertainment’s best momagers below:

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1. Tina Douglas: Momager to Singer Ashanti

Ashanti Douglas, Tina Douglas & Kenashia Douglas pic.twitter.com/GgrSmb06zK

— Queen P (@4Prina) September 6, 2019

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2. Tish Taylor-Searcy: Momager to Artist & Actor Jacob Latimore

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3. Nova Perry: Momager to Artist Justine Skye

A família de milhões

• Justine Skye & Nova Perry (mãe da Justine) no #Coachella. pic.twitter.com/yB0ZvPvz1d

— Justine Skye Brasil (@JSkyeBR) April 17, 2022

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4. Dawn Irons: Momager to Artist Ryan Destiny

I want to say happy birthday to Dawn irons AKA Mama Dawn. We thank you for all the hard work that you have put into managing and being a great mother to our fave @RyanDestiny. We all hope you have an amazing birthday. pic.twitter.com/RcbOK70v6y

— Sanaa (@_CallMeNakaya) July 17, 2018

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5. LaToya Brooks: Momager to Actress & Singer Aria Brooks

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6. Sharon Palmer: Momager to Entertainer & Executive Keke Palmer

Keke Palmer and Her Mom Sharon Palmer pic.twitter.com/VK3UMlyTjJ

— RoseGarden975 (@rosegarden975) April 27, 2023

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7. Carol Martin: Momager to Actress & Executive Marsai Martin

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8. Robyn Simpson Reid: Momager to Actress Storm Reid

Andy Vermaut shares:Storm Reid’s Parents: Meet Her Folks, Rodney and Robyn Simpson Reid: The young ‘Euphoria’ star’s parents have supported their daughter’s Hollywood ambitions from the… https://t.co/Klla6gYLqk Thank you. #AndyVermautLovesHollywood #ThankYouForTheEntertainment pic.twitter.com/zcxVln9BiN

— Andy Vermaut (@AndyVermaut) June 29, 2022

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9. Stacia Mac: Momager to Rapper Polo G

Polo G pictured with his mom (Stacia Mac), his older sister (Leilani), his younger brother (Taurean/ Trench Baby), & his younger sister (Leia). <3 pic.twitter.com/YXCsMWGWpJ

— capalot (@forPoloG1300) July 19, 2022

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