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Hattie McDaniel (June 10, 1893 – October 26, 1952) was an American actress, singer-songwriter, and comedienne. For her role as Mammy in Gone with the Wind (1939), she won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress , becoming the first African American to win an Oscar .
Apr 26, 2021 · “We feel proud over the fact that Hattie McDaniel won the coveted role of ‘Mammy,’” wrote the influential Earl Morris in The Pittsburgh Courier. “It means about $2,000 for Miss McDaniel ...
Feb 29, 2024 · Hattie McDaniel became the first Black actor to win an Oscar for her role as “Mammy” in ‘Gone With the Wind.’ Here’s how much she earned from the historic film.
Mar 5, 2018 · Unfortunately, she died virtually penniless. Her estate was worth less than $10,000 and her belongings, including her Oscar, were sold to pay off an $11,000 IRS debt.
Apr 15, 2021 · Actor and radio performer Hattie McDaniel became the first African American to win an Oscar in 1940, for her supporting role as Mammy in Gone with the Wind.
Feb 22, 2018 · Hattie McDaniel changed history with her Oscar for 'Gone With the Wind'. It elevated her to a symbol of racial progress — but made her a pariah to much of Black America.
Mar 11, 2023 · Hattie McDaniel made history as the first Black person to win an Oscar. But she was racially typecast her entire career, playing a maid 74 times.
Jul 15, 2024 · Hattie McDaniel, American actress and singer who was the first African American to win an Academy Award. She received the honor for her performance as Mammy in Gone with the Wind (1939). Her other notable films included The Little Colonel and Alice Adams (both 1935).
May 5, 2020 · Here's the true story of actress Hattie McDaniel, as seen on Netflix's 'Hollywood,' who made history as the first Black actor to win an Oscar.
May 3, 2020 · Among the historical figures in the show is Hattie McDaniel, portrayed by Queen Latifah, who was the first black actor to win an Academy Award. Here's what else you need to know about the Gone...