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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Lena Horne
ByMarta Djordjevic
Lena Horne wasn't your average Old Hollywood star. A trailblazer in every sense of the word, the singer and actor made a name for herself during an incredibly problematic time in Tinseltown history.
Born in 1917 in Brooklyn, New York, Horne started her professional career at 16, working in the industry for over 60 years. As a Black woman, the "Stormy Weather" crooner fought for equality on the silver screen.
How did lena horne son dieShe refused to assume stereotypical roles and even became the first Black actor to sign a long-lasting contract with MGM.
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In her fight against racial injustice, Horne became a prominent activist. By the end of the 1940s, she was a notable Progressive Citizens of America member, suing various establishments for racial discrimination.
Having retired to a more private life by the mid-1990s, the "The Wiz" star died in 2010 at the age of 92.
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