Remembering Harry Belafonte

Steve Hassan Ali Thornton, Percussionist

26-Apr-23 17:00

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Singer, actor, and activist Harry Belafonte, also known as "The King of Calypso", passed away on April 25, 2023, at the age of 96. We look back and pay tribute to his life and legacy.

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Produced by: Lee Chwi Lynn, Sharmilla Ganesan

Presented by: Lee Chwi Lynn, Sharmilla Ganesan

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Categories: culture, music, Law/Activism

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