Their Dos Inspired Us: The Top Black Hair Heroines In Films
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Tuere Randall
2. Lady Sings The Blues (1972)
When an icon plays an icon, you know that something magical is about to happen. Diana Ross’ portrayal of the sublimely talented, but deeply troubled and conflicted Billie Holiday earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress. It is impossible to imagine either of them without that white gardenia in their hair, as that image is forever ingrained in our psyches channeling the very essence of Lady Day.
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