Belafone received a Kennedy Center Honor in 1989, the National Medal of Arts in 1994, the Bishop John T. He is best known for his song “Day-O (The Banana Boat Song)” and portraying Dorothy Dandridge’s love interest in the 1954 film Carmen Jones. Belafonte was one of a very few people to win an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony (EGOT) awards. His long and successful career garnered him many awards, accolades, and honors for his talent, creativity, and dedication to equality. On April 25, 2023, award winning singer, actor, and human rights activist Harry Belafonte passed away at the age of 96 in New York City, New York. I am who I am despite the obstacles that we have all faced based upon race and based upon social and spiritual humiliation.” ~Harry Belafonte “I am who I am despite what America has put before me.
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