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Saturday, August 2, 2025

People in the News

Saturday, August 2, 2025

Harry Belafonte is 87 years young today

Harry Belafonte takes a photo with "Oscar" before taking the stage in 1956 to perform at the Oscars. (Image: NY Daily News)
Harry Belafonte takes a photo with “Oscar” before taking the stage in 1956 to perform at the Oscars. (Image: NY Daily News)

Harry Belafonte was born 87 years ago today and he still seems to be going strong in his efforts to speak out on key civil rights issues. Today’s generation know the legendary Harry Belafonte, if they know him at all, more for his efforts to speak out on behalf of civil rights. However, back in the day he was the dapper, actor with a silky singing voice as well.

Bio describes him as, “A multi-talented performer, Harry Belafonte was born on March 1, 1927, in New York City. As a youth, he struggled with poverty and a turbulent family life. Belafonte’s career took off with the film Carmen Jones (1954). Soon after, he had several hits—”The Banana Boat Song (Day-O)” and “Jamaica Farewell.” In addition to his acting and singing career, Belafonte worked as a champion for many social and political causes.”

Tonight celebrate by watching Carmen Jones if you have never seen this cinematic gem.