Dorothy Dandridge, groundbreaking actress, singer, and dancer, was born on this day in Cleveland, Ohio. She became the first African American woman to be nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actress, for her iconic role in Carmen Jones (1954).
Dandridge broke barriers in Hollywood during a time of extreme racial segregation and limited roles for Black actors. Her talent, elegance, and courage paved the way for generations of Black performers.
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