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Harry Belafonte, the civil rights and entertainment giant who began as a groundbreaking actor and singer and became an activist, humanitarian and conscienc

The legendary singer and civil rights activist died Tuesday.

Harry Belafonte, the civil rights and entertainment giant who began as a groundbreaking actor and singer and became an activist, humanitarian and conscience of the world, has died. He was 96.

Belafonte was a groundbreaking Black singer and actor of 'Day-O' fame who became civil rights activist.

Belafonte sold millions of records and starred on stage and screen before scaling back his career and becoming a relentless supporter of civil rights and other causes.

Belafonte died today of congestive heart failure at his New York home, his wife Pamela by his side, said publicist Ken Sunshine.

"Get them to sing your song and they will want to know who you are, and if they've made that first step, we can find a solution to hate."...

Harry Belafonte has died at age 96. He was a dedicated activist and award-winning actor and singer. He sold millions of records and starred on stage and screen before becoming a relentless supporter of civil rights and other causes.

Harry Belafonte has died at age 96. He was a dedicated activist and award-winning actor and singer. He sold millions of records and starred on stage and screen before scaling back his career and becoming a relentless supporter of civil rights and other causes.

Belafonte was a groundbreaking Black singer and actor of 'Day-O' fame who became civil rights activist.