As a humanitarian, Harry Belafonte helped to bring about change. As a musician, the King of Calypso made his distinct style – a mix of folk, jazz, and world music – a part of the mainstream. And as a ...

Harry Belafonte, the civil rights and entertainment giant who began as a groundbreaking actor and singer and became an activist, humanitarian and conscience of the world, has died. He was 96.

The legendary singer and activist died Tuesday at age 96 of congestive heart failure Jack Irvin has over five years of experience working in digital journalism, and he’s worked at PEOPLE since 2022.

Atlanta, GA, April 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The King Center joins the world in mourning the loss of a great philanthropist, activist, singer, actor, and friend – Harry Belafonte. We celebrate the ...

Harry Belafonte, the civil rights and entertainment giant who began as a groundbreaking actor and singer and became an activist, humanitarian and conscience of the world, has died. He was 96.

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