Remembering the great #LenaHorne on her birthday (June 30, 1917 – May 9, 2010). She was a singer, actress and Civil Rights Activist who first established herself as an accomplished live singer and then transitioned into film work. She signed with MGM studios and became known as one of the top African American performers of her time, seen in such films as Cabin in the Sky and Stormy Weather. She was also known for her work with civil rights groups and refused to play roles that stereotyped Africa

Lena Horne sings "Unlucky Woman" in the 1944 film "Boogie-Woogie Dream." This movie marks the first restoration efforts by our organization (Department of Afro-American, Research, Arts, and Culture) to preserve African-American cinema by digitally transferring 16mm reels. Your continued support will help us bring additional black cinema to life. Long live #BlackFilmHistory https://www.daarac.ngo https://www.daaracarchive.org/2023/02/boogie-woogie-dreams-1944.html | Black Film History