Beneatha Younger - Angela Bassett

Beneatha's character in this play is what a real independent woman is truly capable of achieving. Confident, Well-educated, Independent, these traits are what Beneatha Younger is made up of. As an ambitious college student, she wants to make Mama proud by going to college and having her dreams a true reality. While also struggling to find her identity in her family, she has the tendencies to fall in the wrong path in terms of a loving relationship with George Murchinson and Joseph Asagai.
Angela Basset is a strong independent African-American woman that fits the criteria of Beneatha. During her acting days, Angela has definitely paved the influence for all African-American women. Playing a series of significant roles in major black films, she has starred in Malcom X biopic film, The Jacksons: An American Dream and most importantly playing Tina Turner in What's Love Got To Do. All of which have complemented her success throughout the years. While also graduating from the University of Yale, she received a full scholarship earning her degree in African-American studies. By appealing to the character of Beneatha, Angela has influenced the role Feminism in a positive aspect. In comparison to Beneatha, she has truly lived up to her dreams.