On May 9, Lena Horne, died of a heart ailment. She was broke racial barriers and forced Hollywood to expand its images of Black women. According the the Washington Post, "She was the first black woman to sign a meaningful long-term contract with a major studio, a contract that said she would never have to play a maid." Ms. Horne is proof that one person can make a difference. Check out a performance of her famous song "Stormy Weather" here. Enjoy!
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