On December 18, 1917, Ossie Davis was born in Cogdell, Georgia. He emerged as a distinguished actor, director, writer, and civil rights activist, leaving an indelible mark on American culture.?Wikipédia
Early Life and Education: Born Raiford Chatman Davis, his name became “Ossie” due to a clerical error when his mother’s pronunciation of “R.C.” was misheard. He attended Howard University before moving to New York City in 1939 to pursue acting. There, he began his career with the Rose McClendon Players in Harlem.
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