The first black woman to become a millionairess in America was Madam C.J. Walker. She achieved this remarkable status through her creation of a successful line of hair care products aimed at African American women. Born as Sarah Breedlove, she overcame significant odds, including poverty and racial discrimination, to build her business empire in the early 20th century. Walker’s entrepreneurial spirit and emphasis on self-improvement not only made her a pioneer in the beauty industry but also a prominent philanthropist and activist for social and political causes.