On this day in 1995: Bernard Anthony Harris Jr. became the first African American to walk in space by African Celebs February 9, 2015 African Celebs History Maker! On this day in 1995, Bernard Anthony Harris, Jr. became the first African American to walk in space. What an amazing achievement! Well done SIR! Credit: Bernard Anthony Harris, Jr. See Also African Celebrities and the Private Jet Lifestyle: Trend, Status, or Competition? Tags African American Bernard Anthony Harris Jr