
Issa Rae's rise from web series creator to one of Hollywood's It-girls is nothing less than remarkable. Rae's content has garnered millions of views online and two Golden Globe ® nominations for Best Actress for her hit show, HBO's Insecure. Issa's web series, The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl was the recipient of the coveted Shorty Award for Best Web Show, and her first book, a collection of essays, is a New York Times Best Seller. Issa has graced the cover and pages of major national media outlets including Essence, The Hollywood Reporter, Vanity Fair, The New York Times, CNN, VOGUE and TIME with appearances on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, Good Morning America, The View, and more .
"I am excited to be working with Macy's during Black History Month to celebrate those young and old whose innovation and talents are transforming American culture and making undeniable contributions to art and entertainment," said Rae. Laverne Cox is a two-time Emmy-nominated actress and Emmy-winning producer best known for her work on the critically acclaimed Netflix original series Orange Is The New Black, where she plays the groundbreaking role of Sophia Burset. Her work as an actress and advocate landed her on the cover of TIME magazine as well as two Emmy nominations, back-to-back SAG Awards for "Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series," a Critic's Choice nomination, and consecutive NAACP Image Award nominations. Cox is a renowned speaker and has taken her empowering message of moving beyond gender expectations to live more authentically all over the country. Her work as an advocate landed her a coveted spot as one of Glamour magazine's 2014 Women of the Year. She is the recipient of the Dorian Rising Star Award, the Courage Award from the Anti-Violence Project, The Community Leader Award from the LGBT Center of New York City, was named one of The Grio's 100 Most Influential African Americans, one of the Top 50 Trans Icons by the Huffington Post, one of Out magazine's Out 100, was ranked number 5 on the 2014 Root 100 list and is a part of Ebony's Power 100. "I am grateful to be working with Macy's during Black History Month to contribute to powerful conversations about the transformative work being done by young innovators," said Cox. "There is never a better time to discuss the contributions made by the Black community, and what an inspiration it is to be among those fighting for change."At each of the Black History Month events, Macy's customers will have an opportunity to meet and greet with event special guests. For additional information on Macy's Black History Month festivities and special guests, please visit macys.com/celebrate.
Macy's Black History Month events will be held at the following stores:Macy's Herald Square (New York City) - Wednesday, Feb. 7 at 6 p.m.Macy's Baldwin Hills (Los Angeles) - Saturday, Feb. 10 at 2 p.m. with Issa RaeMacy's State Street (Chicago) - Thursday, Feb. 15 at 5:30 p.m.Macy's Metro Center (Washington, D.C.) - Thursday, Feb. 15 at 5:30 p.m.Macy's Culver City (Los Angeles) - Thursday, Feb. 15 at 6 p.m.Macy's Center City (Philadelphia) - Thursday, Feb. 22 at 5:30 p.m.Macy's Herald Square (New York City) - Thursday, Feb. 22 at 6 p.m. with Laverne CoxMacy's Union Square (San Francisco) - Thursday, Feb. 22 at 6 p.m.Macy's Lenox Square (Atlanta) - Thursday, Feb. 22 at 6:30 p.m.Macy's Herald Square (New York City) - Saturday, Feb. 24 at 1 p.m.Macy's Aventura (Aventura, FL) - Saturday, Feb. 24 at 2 p.m.Macy's Herald Square (New York City) - Wednesday, Feb. 28 at 6 p.m. About Macy's Macy's, the largest retail brand of Macy's, Inc. delivers fashion and affordable luxury to customers at approximately 670 locations in 45 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and Guam, as well as to customers in the U.S. and more than 100 international destinations through its leading online store at macys.com. Via its stores, e-commerce site, mobile and social platforms, Macy's offers distinctive assortments including the most desired family of exclusive and fashion brands for him, her and home. Macy's is known for such epic events as Macy's 4th of July Fireworks and the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, as well as spectacular fashion shows, culinary events, flower shows and celebrity appearances. Macy's flagship stores - including Herald Square in New York City, Union Square in San Francisco, State Street in Chicago, Dadeland in Miami and South Coast Plaza in southern California - are known internationally and are leading destinations for visitors. Building on a more than 150-year tradition, and with the collective support of customers and employees, Macy's helps strengthen communities by supporting local and national charities giving more than $54 million each year, plus 180,000 hours of volunteer service, to help make a difference in the lives of our customers.For Macy's media materials, including images and contacts, please visit our online pressroom at macys.com/pressroom.