On This Day In Black History Oct 27 - ACTRESS RUBY DEE BORN October 27, 1924
Ruby Dee October 27, 1922 – June 11, 2014) was an American actress, poet, playwright, screenwriter, journalist, and civil rights activist. She originated the role of "Ruth Younger" in the stage and film versions of A Raisin in the Sun (1961). Her other notable film roles include The Jackie Robinson Story (1950) and Do the Right Thing (1989).
Dee was married to Ossie Davis, with whom she frequently performed until his death in 2005.
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Posted By: Dea. Ron Gray Sr.
Friday, October 27th 2023 at 2:11PM
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