Actors

Below, you will find a small selection of the most prominent actors of the Harlem Renaissance, some of whom were known for film performances while others were known for stage performances. (Although they are categorized here under "actors," remember that most of these people were also gifted in music and dance and were often popular as musicians and/or dancers, not just as actors.) Click on the pictures to learn a bit more about each one.

For more information and artists, explore Drop Me Off in Harlem (by the Kennedy Center)