LENA HORNE: Lena Horne was a trailblazer in the film industry. She was the first black American to be signed to a long-term contract with a major Hollywood film studio. Her childhood was heartbreaking, she was forced into a life she didn't want, and she came out a hero. A highly entertaining hero. Her career spanned 8 decades. She was unstoppable. Listen to her inspiring story now!

Lena Horne in Panama Hattie: https://youtu.be/wBr1getTVrE?si=SnXs4tRLYQLllXfD

Lena Horne American Masters Interview: https://youtu.be/AErWqNBhawI?si=JEISkMbZRO6z_UoY

Lena Horne, The Lady and Her Music: https://youtu.be/NxiCjztZPeU?si=9EHf7kAIxtdC72-L

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Episode Sources: A book titled Goddess Reclaimed by Donald Bogle; a documentary titled Lena Horne: In Her Own Voice from the American Masters series; American Masters: Creative Spark by PBS; IMDB

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