About Mildred Davenport
Lived 1900 – 1990 (aged 89–90). Mildred Davenport was an American dancer and actor.
Mildred Davenport (November 12, 1900 - 1990) was an African-American Broadway performer and dance teacher. She was the first African-American woman to appear with the Boston Pops orchestra.
Biography She was born in Roxbury, Massachusetts to Mary Davenport and Samuel Davenport, a Pullman porter.
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Who was Mildred Davenport?
African-American Broadway performer and dance teacher (1900-1990)
When was Mildred Davenport born?
Mildred Davenport was born on 12 November 1900 in Roxbury.
When did Mildred Davenport die?
Mildred Davenport died in 1990.
What was Mildred Davenport's occupation?
Mildred Davenport was a dancer and actor.
What nationality was Mildred Davenport?
Mildred Davenport was American.
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