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Which Black TV Characters Did You Look Up To Growing Up?

Tell us allll about your faves.

When it comes to TV shows from childhood, there are some characters who are so memorable, they stick with you for life.

So, whether it was the leading role or a side character people didn't talk about enough, which Black TV characters did you look up to growing up?

"The Proud Family" characters: Trudy Proud, Oscar Proud, Penny Proud, and Grandma Suga Mama

Like, maybe you loved Virgil Hawkins from Static Shock — especially since it was so rare to see a Black superhero on the screen.

Virgil as "Static Shock" using his powers of electricity while flying through the city

Perhaps you remember recurring characters like Susie Carmichael from Rugrats, and you admired the fact that she always tried to do what's right.

Susie Carmichael from "Rugrats" smiles proudly

Maybe you'll never forget the lovable child genius, T.J. Henderson, from Smart Guy and related to his eagerness to learn.

Or perhaps you were a huuuge fan of Raven Baxter from That's So Raven, and you were inspired by how she wasn't afraid to be herself and always pursued her passions.

Raven-Symone in "That's So Raven"

Whoever it is, we want to know! In the comments below, tell us which Black TV characters made you feel inspired, seen, or represented in your Blackness as a kid for a chance to be featured in an upcoming BuzzFeed Community post!