Gemini’s sometimes get a bad wrap in the zodiac and astrology world. The truth is the sign is much more nuanced and unique than people think. Born between May 21 and June 20, Gemini’s are good communicators, adventurous by nature and very social. The last characteristic explains why so there’s so many Black women Gemini celebrities.

Characteristics of Gemini Women

Out of all the signs in the zodiac, Gemini’s are probably the most misunderstood. The sign actually encompasses a lot of reasonable traits. Gemini women are inherently creative and inquisitive. They love to be in the mix with people, learn new things, and showcase enthusiasm. Since this sign is so multifaceted, they have a lot of different personalities. Sometimes, you never know what side of a Gemini you’ll meet. 

Here are seven Gemini celebrities you should know.

Naomi Campbell

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As one of the most popular supermodels in the world, Naomi Campbell is a Gemini woman by definition. She’s quite literally the center of attention because she’s the it girl model. Campbell’s modelling career spans over four decades and her chiseled face has graced hundreds of covers. Campbell’s most notable achievements include being the first British Black cover model for British Vogue in 1987. 

Rasheeda

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Rasheeda is a successful businesswoman and rapper. The entrepreneur has starred on “Love and Hip Hop: Atlanta” since 2012. Her witty comebacks on the show are so Gemini coded, as the zodiac is very playfully argumentative. Being in the spotlight, Rasheeda has also opened up about her and her husband Kirk’s marital struggles. This aligns with her zodiac sign because  Geminis tend to be brutally honest and vulnerable.

Pam Grier 

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Pam Grier is one of the most alluring Black women in cinema. Grier starred in a number of action movies in the 1970s as a leading Black women star. The list of films include “Foxy Brown,” a 1974 Blaxploitation project that saw her as the main character who avenges her partner’s death. In addition, the Gemini star is a martial artist and singer. This points to the zodiac sign’s passion for learning. 

Lauryn Hill

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Lauryn Hill is one of the most influential artists in the hip hop and neosoul genre. To this day, people still listen to her debut album “The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill,” which won five Grammy awards. 

Normani

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Normani was first introduced to the world as part of the girl group Fifth Harmony. Since dissolving in 2018, the singer has gone solo. When it comes to music, Normani is extremely artistic. This naturally aligns with her zodiac sign. Normani’s debut solo music video “Motivation” garnered 197 million views. Part of the video’s allure was the star’s dance moves and 90s themed fashion. 

Laverne Cox

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Laverne Cox is an Emmy Award-winning actress, host and force to be reckoned with. Cox starred as the character Sophia Burset in the Netflix series “Orange Is the New Black.” As one of the most infamous Gemini celebrities, drawing attention is something she does best. In 2019, she made headlines as the first transgender person to appear on the cover of Time magazine. 

Patti LaBelle

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At 80 years old, Patti LaBelle shows no signs of slowing down her fabulous life. The Grammy-award winning songstress continues to tour, appear on talk shows and manage her other businesses. In the later part of her life, LaBelle created her own food brand. Sold at Walmart, Patti LaBelle’s Good Life brand offers macaroni and cheese, sweet potato pie, peach cobbler and more. LaBelle’s versatility and adaptability points to her Gemini placements.