Often, the negative exploits of celebrities are documented more than their positive contributions.

Recently, VH1 decided to do something about it by showcasing the good stuff that entertainers are doing in a new special, 'Top 20 Celebs Gone Good,' and several notable African Americans made the cut.

It's no surprise that Oprah Winfrey came in at No. 2 for the work she's done through her Leadership Academy in South Africa and her Angel Network, which raised millions for Hurricane Katrina victims.

She has also raised money for cancer research and several African nations.

Two singer-songwriters topped the list.

Multiple Grammy Award winner Alicia Keys was recognized at No. 8 for her work with her charity, Keep a Child Alive, and former Fugees MC Wyclef Jean got props for his Yele Haiti charity, coming in at No. 5.

'Good Hair' documentarian Chris Rock appears at No. 17 for his work with causes such as UNICEF, (Red) Campaign and the Salvation Army.

Finally, Def Jam-founder-turned-philanthropist Russell Simmons ranked No. 13 for his ability to balance living a Zen-like lifestyle with the demands of multiple charities and causes, including RUSH Philanthropic Arts Foundation, Diamond Empowerment Fund, Foundation for Ethnic Understanding and his Hip Hop Summit Action Network.

If you missed the premiere of 'Top 20 Celebs Gone Good' on Nov. 19, you can catch it again on Nov. 21 at 12:30 p.m., Nov. 22 at 3:30 p.m., Nov. 24 at 5 p.m, Nov. 26 at 11 a.m or Dec. 7 at 5 p.m.

To see the full list of the nominated celebrities, go to www.CelebsGoneGood.VH1.com.