The first African American female to become a millionaire was Sarah Breedlove, some know her as Madame C.J. Walker
She invented a hair straightening process which involved heat, combs and brushes. With this knowledge, she started a business which became quite successful.
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Madam CJ Walker became the first African American millionaire by owning a business dedicated to hair care products for African Americans. She also invented the hot comb.
The first black millionaire was also a female, Madame C. J. Walker, of Denver Colorado.
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Madame C.J. Walker created beauty products for Black women.
She was the first African-American to come with hair care inventions went on to become the first self made female millionaire in North American.
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Sarah Breedlove known as Madam C. J. Walker was the first African American woman to become a millionaire. She was an entrepreneur and philanthropist known for her hair products.
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