Did you know that Feb. 1 marks National Texas Day? If you’re like us, you probably immediately thought of your favorite Texas foods, people and landmarks upon hearing this. The Lone Star state has contributed a world of resources to this planet we call Earth with the birth of Beyoncé alone. Let’s not even get into the abundance of delicious, mouth-watering foods that have become a trademark of the second-largest state in the country. To commemorate this awesome day, we’ve created a list of nine of our favorite Black Texan celebrities.