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 ShareTweetPinShareShare0 SharesHistory 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 Mike Kesse shares visuals for soulful reggae-gospel single ‘Amazing Love’ ShareTweetPinShareShare0 Shares Tags African American Bernard Anthony Harris Jr