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 Too Hot to Handle? African Celebrities Rock Fur Coats in the Heat — Fashion Statement or Style Over Comfort? Tags African American Bernard Anthony Harris Jr