Mahalia Jackson Led a Life From Gospel Star to Global Icon
Mahalia Jackson, born in New Orleans and raised by enslaved ancestors, rose from church singer to a global icon. She performed before presidents and royalty, refused nightclub liquor gigs, built a beauty salon, and scored major hits like Move On Up and Didn't It Rain. She died in Chicago after a long illness with heart trouble and cancer tours marking her final years.
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Desi Arnaz Joins Faculty at San Diego State College
Desi Arnaz adds professoriate duties to his resume as he will teach studio production and acting to upperclassmen and graduates starting February 7. A college spokesman said he will be paid ten thousand dollars annually and will hold a rank comparable to a full professor.
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Martin Landau and Barbara Bain Set for Watch Dog TV Series
Hollywood reports Martin Landau and Barbara Bain have signed to star in Watch Dog a NBC dream project. Landau will portray a TV personality who dives into behind the news stories and Bain will confuse his producer.
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Theaters list bold Friday and Saturday showings
Paramount presents Together and Straw Dogs with multiple screenings including matinees. IOWA shows Toklas and World screens House of Wax while Plaza offers The French Connection with Saturday timings. Stage 2 and 3 feature Star Spangled Girl and Dirty Hairy with additional weekend showings. Marion lists The Undergraduate with varied times.
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Red Skelton plans fewer personal appearances
Las Vegas reports that Red Skelton said he will reduce personal appearances and TV work. He plans to stay in entertainment but limit in person events, may pursue a movie role after this weekend, and will spend time writing music.
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