The Legacy of Bessie Coleman Lives On | OKC Thunder

Bessie Coleman shattered barriers as the first Black and Native American (Cherokee) woman to earn a pilot’s license. She attended Langston University and later traveled to France in the 1920s to pursue her dream of flight. Today, Bessie’s legacy lives on through her great-niece, Gigi Coleman, who travels the country sharing Bessie’s story and inspiring the next generation. Through education, mentorship, and hands-on encouragement, Gigi helps students see aviation as a future they belong in. This #BlackHistoryMonth, we honor Bessie Coleman’s courage, perseverance, and lasting impact. Subscribe To Thunder YouTube: https://bit.ly/3BvOjg9 Follow Our Social Media! ⤵️ Website: https://www.nba.com/thunder/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/okcthunder/ X: https://twitter.com/okcthunder Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/okcthunder/ Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/okcthunder TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@okcthunder Threads: https://www.threads.net/@okcthunder #NBA #OKCThunder