- Hazel was born June 11th, 1920 and passed October 2nd, 1981
- Was a Trinidadian-born jazz and classical pianist, singer, and actor
- Was a critically acclaimed performing artist and an outspoken critic of racial discrimination and segregation.
- She used her influence to improve the representation of Black Africans in film.
- Hazel was the first black woman to host a network show (The Hazel Scott Show) with a 15-minute series that aired 3 nights a week
- She fought for equality and fair treatment of blacks in Hollywood and refused to perform at segregated venues while she was touring.
- Her T.V show was soon cancelled as a result of her testifying before the House Un-American Activities Committee.
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