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Attributions
Attributions
Attributions
Birth
June 19, 1948, Houston, Texas
Death
Resting Place
Language(s)
Spouse(s)
Ahmad Rashad (m. 1985; div. 2001); Victor Willis (m. 1978; div. 1982); William Lancelot Bowles Jr. (m. 1972; div. 1975)
Partner(s)
Relatives
Debbie Allen (sister), Norm Nixon (brother-in-law)
Associate(s)
Alma Mater
Influenced
Influenced By
Did You Know?
Colleague(s)
Collaborator(s)
Children
Condola Rashad, William Lancelot Bowles III
Awards & Honors
Parents
Occupation
Actress, Singer
Certification(s)
License(s)
Education
Howard University (B.F.A. 1970 magna cum laude)
Organization(s)
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated
Appointment(s)
Notable Works
Notable Performances
Notable Moments
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Years of Service
Political Affiliation
Associations
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Preceptors
Legacy
Thesis
Books
Website
*some sources say April 6, 1845
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