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Hazel ScottHazel Scott Hazel Scott American pianist and singer (1920–1981) Hazel Dorothy Scott (June 11, 1920 – October 2, 1981) was an American jazz and classical pianist and singer. An outspoken critic of racial discrimination and segregation, she used her influence to improve the representation of Black Americans in film.[1] Quick facts Born, Died ... Hazel Scott Scott in 1947 Born Hazel Dorothy Scott (1920-06-11)June 11, 1920 Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago Died October 2, 1981(1981-10-02) (aged 61) New York City, U.S. Occupation(s) Pianist, singer Known for The first black American to host her own TV show, The Hazel Scott Show Spouse Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Children Adam Clayton Powell III Close Born in Port of Spain, Trinidad, Scott moved… (Source: Wikipedia)
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