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Great Black Entertainers

An activity to practice understanding of some great Black American entertainers.


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Marian Andersonoperatic singer who sang at Lincoln Memorial
Nat King Cole"unforgettable" singer hosted own variety show
Louis Armstronggreat jazz saxophonist
Chuck Berryhelped create rock'n'roll
Jimi Hendrixfamous electric guitarist
Sidney Poitierfirst Black to win Oscar for Best Actor
Denzel Washingtonpopular current actor won Oscars for Best Supporting Actor
Berry Gordycreator of Motown Records
Alvin Aileymanages world famous Dance Theater Company
Michael Jacksonsinger/dancer formerly with the Jackson Five
Bill Cosbyeducator, actor, and comedian
Maya Angeloupoet, singer, and dancer
Vanessa Williamsfirst Black Miss America