Diahann Carroll

1935–2019 (age 84)

Actress and singer

Biography

Diahann Carroll’s luminous talent as an actress and singer broke barriers, from her Tony-nominated performance in No Strings to her groundbreaking role on the television series Julia, where she portrayed a professional Black woman with grace and depth. Her voice was equally stirring, filled with elegance and soul.

She also championed causes dear to her heart, including education and health awareness, always mindful of the influence she wielded. Her legacy endures through the paths she opened for artists of color and the compassion she shared with the world.

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