Harry Belafonte funeral — American singer, activist, and actor, Harry Belafonte has died at the age of 96, his spokesman has confirmed.
The barrier-breaking singer died at his New York City home on Tuesday with his wife Pamela by his side, according to reports.
Who was Harry Belafonte
Born in Harlem in 1927, Harry Belafonte spent his childhood in both New York City and Jamaica.
He was a well-known actor, songwriter, producer, and activist.
Belafonte was notably the artist who started the phenomenon of Caribbean-style music being widely known outside of the tropics.
Many fans knew him as the man who sang the Banana Boat Song, also known as Day-O!
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What was Harry Belafonte’s cause of death?
Belafonte passed away on April 25, 2023, at the age of 96 in his New York City home.
His spokesman, Ken Sunshine, announced that the cause of his death was congestive heart failure, according to The Washington Post.
Since his death was announced several fans and industry colleagues have taken to Twitter to pay their respects to the beloved singer, civil rights activist, and EGOT winner.
Among the tributes was one from rapper Ice Cube, who said: “He was more than a singer, more than an actor and more than a man…Harry will be missed.”
Another fan added: “i am deeply saddened by harry belafont’s passing. he had the rare combination of grit, charisma, and integrity that made him the star we needed on our screens and in our hearts. his legacy will continue to endure.”
A third user wrote: “Incredibly sad to hear the news of Harry Belafonte’s death today. He was a revolutionary artist in the tradition of Paul Robeson who always stood by their people. Till his last breath he was a close friend of the Cuban people & their Revolution.”
Harry Belafonte funeral, burial service, date, time, venue.
As of now, the funeral arrangement of the late Harry has not been disclosed by his family.
Having said that, we are still following up on his death, we will update you as soon as we get important information about Harry Belafonte funeral and burial service.
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