Alvin Ailey
(1931-1989) Alvin Ailey was born on January 5, 1931 (to December 1, 1989). He was a celebrated modern dancer, choreographer, and activist who founded the Alvin Ailey American Dance
James Baldwin
Photo: Dmitri Kasterine James Baldwin was born on August 2, 1924 (to December 1, 1987). He was an important 20th century novelist, writer, playwright, poet, social critic, essayist