Godfrey Cambridge, a prominent African American actor and comedian, was born on February 26, 1933, in New York City. Known for his sharp wit and social commentary, Cambridge gained fame in the 1960s and 70s with roles in films like The President’s Analyst and Cotton Comes to Harlem. He used humor to address issues of race and civil rights, becoming a powerful voice in entertainment during a transformative era in American history.
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