Barbara Walters is not typically associated with Black history, as she is a white American journalist known for her successful career in television broadcasting. However, she has interviewed numerous African American figures and covered significant events in Black history throughout her career. Walters has conducted interviews with prominent Black leaders and celebrities, helping to amplify their voices and stories on a national platform. While she herself is not a figure in Black history, Walters has played a role in documenting and sharing the experiences of Black individuals and communities through her work as a journalist.