On Saturday morning at the National Action Network, many gathered to remember Belafonte's work towards advancing equality - including film director Spike Lee.
"For me, it was a great example of very successful Black men. When Hollywood still wasn't ready for them, they broke through," Lee said."That film was 'BlacKkKlansman' - it was Mr. B's last role. It was a honor to have him in that scene - very historical moment where Jesse Washington was lynched," added Lee.
Belafonte's legacy will continue to be kept alive, not only by those who knew him, but by the stories and justice movements he participated in - something Rev. Al Sharpton says is unmatched.----------
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