Previous posts for June 3rd are here: Josephine Baker (2019), Jan Peerce (2020), Dakota Staton (2021), Josephine Baker (2022), and James Hook (2023)
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Josephine Baker (3 June 1906 – 12 April 1975) was an American-born French dancer, singer, actress, spy, and civil rights activist.
Curriculum vitae
Uncork the champagne for Miss Josephine Baker!
In more than one meaning a mover and shaker!
She conquer the stage with an act so risqué,
It gave a new sense to bananas flambé.
Then she work as a spy in World War Two,
And came to the States when that conflict was through.
She was up on the dais as part of the team
When brave Dr, King uttered, “I have a dream!”
Which was quite a new stage, and quite different news
Than the news that she made for her spicy revues!
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