Hattie McDaniel

June 10th – Hattie McDaniel’s birthday.  In 2015 there is 120 years since she was born.


Hattie McDaniel – a gifted first African American actress with Oscar’s win.
Throughout her entire acting career, her courage & versatility were seen.
McDaniel exhibited her talents in comedy, songwriting, singing and acting.
Her contribution to film, stage, radio and television had everyone affecting.

Hattie’s ability, skill surfaced at younger age, persisting into her adult years.
She didn’t hesitate investing her will, determination, ongoing efforts, dares.
Within a spectrum of the characters she played, Hattie strove for perfection.
Her sense of humor & kind heart afforded fans respect, love & appreciation.

On screen, stage, television, radio, in real life she was true to herself, honest,
Much dedicated to her craft, hard-working, responsible, enthusiastic, modest.
McDaniel showed pride for her acting accomplishment and own roots & race.
She earned colleagues and audience acclaim, recognition, accolades & praise.

Hattie had manifested natural ability & flair for dancing, singing, entertaining.
She was incomparable in terms of her dramatic skills developing & attaining.
McDaniel at work & home conveyed strong, optimistic, persevere personality.
She is remembered for her charm, generous spirit and advocacy for equality.

June 10th – birthday of Hattie McDaniel, persona with established reputation
For masterfully entertaining audience, becoming her era’s star and sensation.
Her humor, elegance, charisma touched people’s hearts, spirits, souls, minds.
Hattie dared to break Hollywood stereotypes, defending her people’s rights.


Copyright©2015 Mila Alper


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