A look back at "Calypso" star Harry Belafonte's career as a singer, actor and activist.
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Harry Belafonte, the "King of Calypso" who became one of America's endearing and enduring civil-rights activists into his 10th decade, has died. He was 96. Belafonte died Tuesday at his home in New York of congestive heart failure, his spokesperson Ken Sunshine confirmed to The New York Times and the Washington Post.
Belafonte will be remembered as one of the most popular entertainers of the 20th century, as a singer, musician and actor. But his civil-rights work in the 1960s and his anti-apartheid work in the 1980s will be just as poignant.
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RIP
Beautiful voice beautiful soul beautiful man he was a leader in so many ways
Indeed, RIP Mr. Harry
As a child I really loved his songs and still do. So sorry to hear of his passing. Thank you for all your wonderful songs you brought us. RIP ❤️🙏
Rest in Peace and thank you for your contribution in our struggle for equality.
Sending prayers up for the family of Harry Belaforte during this difficult time of bereavement 🙏🙏🙏
Man what a rich velvety voice he had, incredible gift. Island in the sun is still one of my all time favourite songs.
Legends are leaving this Earth. A true class act and gentleman.
RIP Harry Belafonte
Oh no!…I miss you already. I was born in 1954 and he was the first Black actor I ever knew. A giant and great actor. You will always be reversed.🙏🏽❤️
I loved his music. God speed Harry Belafonte
❤️R.I.P.
Always liked him in..
The angel levine.
Will be sorely missed.
RIP Harry Belafonte!!!
God I loved the man. God bless you in heaven
RIP Harry Belafonte.
God Bless 🙏🙏🙏
Rest in peace Harry Belafonte thanks for the music xx❤
The man lived a remarkable life and was a true pioneer. May he rest in peace 🥰.
This is my Island in the sun ,where my people have toiled since time began….❤Rest in peace….Sir…………Harry Belafonte🥀🥀🥀🥀🥀🥀🥀🥀🥀🥀🥀🥀🥀🥀🥀
Rest In Peace Harry! ✝️✝️🙏🏽🙏🏽