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In 1962 who became the first African-American actor to be hired for a contract role on a soap opera?

Question #148408. Asked by pehinhota.
Last updated Apr 17 2021.
Originally posted Apr 17 2021 12:54 PM.

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Rex Ingram was the first African-American actor to be hired for a contract role on a soap opera called "A Brighter Day". The soap opera lasted two weeks before it was cancelled.

link https://weareentertainmentnews.com/2020/02/28/celebrating-blackhistorymonth-monumental-moments-in-black-soap-opera-history

Apr 17 2021, 1:30 PM
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