Exploring The Life & Legacy Of Dorothy Dandridge

 Exploring The Life & Legacy Of Dorothy Dandridge

Dorothy Dandridge could do it all: act, sing, dance, and leave a centuries-long impact. Today, we’re going to take a look at one of the earliest African-American film stars to be nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actress: Dorothy Dandridge, and at her trials, triumphs, positive impact, and legacy. Dorothy Dandridge was the first African-American woman to be nominated for an Academy Award, she was also the first black woman to make it to the cover of Life magazine.