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Paul Leroy Robeson ( / ˈroʊbsən / ROHB-sən; [2] [3] April 9, 1898 – January 23, 1976) was an American bass-baritone concert artist, actor, professional football player, and activist who became famous both for his cultural accomplishments and for his political stances.
Apr 2, 2014 · Paul Robeson was an acclaimed 20th-century performer known for productions like 'The Emperor Jones' and 'Othello.' He was also an international activist.
May 13, 2024 · Paul Robeson (born April 9, 1898, Princeton, N.J., U.S.—died Jan. 23, 1976, Philadelphia, Pa.) was a celebrated American singer, actor, and black activist. Paul Robeson (right), in the title role of Othello, with Peggy Ashcroft as Desdemona.
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Aug 26, 2006 · Learn about the life and achievements of Paul Robeson, a 20th-century Renaissance man who excelled as an athlete, actor, singer, scholar, author, and activist. Discover how he fought for social justice and civil liberties, and how he was persecuted and silenced by the U.S. government.
IMDb provides a comprehensive overview of the life and career of Paul Robeson, a versatile actor, singer, and activist. Learn about his roles in Eugene O'Neill's plays, his controversial political views, his film and stage achievements, and his legacy.
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Jan 23, 2017 · Learn about the life and legacy of Paul Robeson, a gifted athlete, actor and singer who became a passionate defender of the underclasses and a target of McCarthyism. Discover how he transformed "Ol' Man River" from a stereotype to a protest song and how he was restored posthumously.
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Paul Robeson. Actor: Show Boat. This handsome, eloquent and highly charismatic actor became one of the foremost interpreters of Eugene O'Neill's plays and one of the most treasured names in song during the first half of the twentieth century.
