Dorothy Dandridge

How the First Black Oscar-Nominated Actress, Dorothy Dandridge Died With $2 to Her Name
How the First Black Oscar-Nominated Actress, Dorothy Dandridge Died With $2 to Her Name

The life of Dorothy Dandridge is a bittersweet tale of career highs and societal induced lows. Although she is remembered today as an entertainment pioneer who paved the way for many Black actresses, her success was oftentimes overshadowed by racism and financial mishaps. Even though Dandridge...