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Quote by Paul Robeson

“Films make me into some cheap turn...You bet they'll never let me play a part in a film where a Negro is on top.”

Quote by Paul Robeson

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Paul Robeson was an exceptional American bass-baritone singer and actor, born on April 9, 1898, and died on January 23, 1976. He was renowned for his extraordinary singing talent and acting career in the early 20th century, achieving great success not only in music but also in social and political activities. more

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Source: The Undiscovered Paul Robeson , An Artist's Journey, 1898-1939

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Source: The Collected Works of William Hazlitt: Memoirs of Thomas Holcroft. Liber amoris. Characteristics