Artist Bio:
Lena Horne was an American singer, actress, and civil rights activist. She was born on June 30, 1917, in Brooklyn, New York, and passed away on May 9, 2010, in New York City. Horne began her career as a dancer at the Cotton Club in Harlem before transitioning to singing and acting. She gained fame in the 1940s and 1950s for her performances in films such as "Stormy Weather" and "Cabin in the Sky."
Horne was one of the first African American performers to sign a long-term contract with a major Hollywood studio, MGM. Throughout her career, she faced racial discrimination and segregation but used her platform to advocate for civil rights and challenge racial stereotypes in the entertainment industry. Horne's legacy continues to inspire generations of artists and activists for her talent, grace, and resilience in the face of adversity.
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