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Hazel Scott

1920–1981

United States

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Hazel Dorothy Scott (June 11, 1920 – October 2, 1981) was an American jazz and classical pianist and singer. An outspoken critic of racial discrimination and segregation, she used her influence to improve the representation of Black Americans in film. Born in Port of Spain, Trinidad, Scott moved to New York City with her mother at the age of four.

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