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For the Love of Dorothy Dandridge

The last words of Dorothy Dandridge (via a handwritten note)

“In case of my death, don’t remove anything I have on—scarf, gown or underwear. Cremate me right away. If I have anything—money, furniture, get it to my mother Ruby Dandridge. She will know what to do.— Dorothy Dandridge”

Many felt that this was a suicide note. HOWEVER, it must be noted that this alleged suicide note was thrown out of court because the handwriting did not match Dorothy’s handwriting from her movie contracts. Her death was NEVER ruled to be a suicide.

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Dorothy Dandridge broke down racial barriers and set the path for black actresses. She become the first black female to be nominated for an Academy Award in the Best Actress category for her role in Carmen Jones. Hollywood couldn’t appreciate Ms. Dandridge simply because she was black. She will always be a legend in my eyes. The epitome of grace, class, beauty, and sophistication.


"If I were white, I could capture the world." ~ Dorothy Jean Dandridge
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