Léa Garcia, Who Raised Black Actors' Profile in Brazil, Dies at 90

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Léa Garcia, Who Raised Black Actors' Profile in Brazil, Dies at 90 by Alex Williams

Best known internationally for her breakout performance in the 1959 film "Black Orpheus," she challenged racial stereotypes over a seven-decade career.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 9:55am on August 25, 2023 ☆ ⚑

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