Spelman College celebrated its homecoming with the opening of the newly renovated LaTanya Richardson Jackson and Samuel L. Jackson Performing Arts Center. The “SpelHouse” couple were also present to see the upgraded space alongside a mural unveiling dedicated to their achievement .
The star-studded event took place on Spelman’s campus on Oct. 24. The talented duo met while attending Spelman and Morehouse. Since graduating, they have been long-time supporters of their alma maters as they found success in the entertainment industry . Richardson Jackson wrote a statement about her “beginnings” in the center now in her name.
” [Samuel] and I are continually invested in the success of Spelman College because Spelman first invested so much in us,” said Richardson Jackson. “Everything I know, all of my beginnings were in this building. It is an honor for us to help support the school’s vital mission, and to ensure that it continues to serve as a space of inspiration and training for the next generation of leaders. May the unveiling of this glorious mural be an inspiration to the beautiful artists past, present and future who walk these halls.”