We lost a giant today.
Legendary singer, actor, and civil rights activist Harry Belafonte died from congestive heart failure at 96.
When news of Belafonte’s passing circulated around social media Tuesday morning, it drew passionate responses from almost every corner of the universe, including famous politicians, actors, academics, athletes, musicians and media figures.
They took to Twitter to express sadness, reverence and adoration for a man who influenced generations.
In addition, those who knew him personally, shared anecdotes, pictures or brief accounts of what Belafonte’s presence meant to their lives.
When I was a child, #HarryBelafonte showed up for my family in very compassionate ways.
In fact, he paid for the babysitter for me and my siblings.
Here he is mourning with my mother at the funeral service for my father at Morehouse College.
I won’t forget…Rest well, sir. pic.twitter.com/31OC1Ajc0V
— Be A King (@BerniceKing) April 25, 2023
Rest in love and power Mr. Belafonte! You will always be remembered.
