Ta-Nehisi Coates
Born: September 30, 1975
Hometown: Baltimore, MD
The Book That “Made” Ta-Nehisi Coates: Between the World and Me
Fun Fact: Coates formerly worked as a national correspondent for The Atlantic before pursuing his career as an author.
Charitable Efforts: Coates works with organizations and community partners to speak on race in America, providing advice on community outreach and recommendations.
