National honor named for Martir Academic All American
Edgardo S. Martir Jr is named a United States National Award winner in English and an Academic All American by USAA and NSEC. The Horace Mann Junior School student, entering eighth grade, joins a select group earning top marks in academics leadership and citizenship.
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Baytown
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Bacolod City
Philippines
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Amado Simpao
General Santos City
Hollywood Shuffle sparks change in black actor roles
The film portrays Bobby Taylor in a self reflective scene about stereotypes in Hollywood. Robert Townsend co wrote directed and produced the semi autobiographical movie about a black actor seeking a breakthrough while resisting demeaning parts. Townsend 29 has become a spokesperson for better varied roles and a challenge to industry norms.
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West Side
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New York
Golden Pond
Nicholas Brothers recall Cotton Club memories and stage comeback
In an interview Harold Nicholas recalls the Cotton Club years with Fayard, sharing memories of Lena Horne and Tallulah Bankhead. The brothers starred on Broadway, helped shape tap dance in films, and plan a summer show in San Francisco despite Fayard’s arthritis.
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