CLEVELAND Carl Woodward Cleveland died with courage, grace, and at peace on July 21, 2006 from prostate cancer at the age of 63. He died at home surrounded by his family, friends and faithful black Labrador retriever.
Where was Carl Stokes born?
Stokes was born on June 2, 1927, in Cleveland, Ohio. His father died when Carl was three years old, and Stokes' mother struggled to provide for her family. The Stokes family resided in the Outhwaite Homes, Cleveland's first federally-funded housing project.
Who was the first African American to be elected to the Ohio House of Representatives?
In that same year, Carl Stokes was elected to the Ohio House of Representatives and served three terms. He was the first African American member of the Democratic Party elected to the Ohio House. Stokes became a strong supporter of Civil Rights and welfare issues. In 1965, Stokes ran for Mayor of Cleveland, but he lost the race.
Who was the first African American news anchor?
Stokes later became the first African-American television news anchor in New York City. In 1980, he resumed his law career and became the United Auto Workers' legal counsel in Cleveland. During 1983 and 1984, Stokes served as a Cleveland municipal judge.
Who is Bill Clinton's stepfather?
Stepfather of former President Bill Clinton... Member of the 90s rap duo Kriss Kross... Irish character actor, who played Grandpa Joe in "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory"... Prominent painter known for brightly colored abstract art... Actor who starred on the British sitcom “Father Ted”...
Who is James Ivory?
Tony Award-winning star of "Promises, Promises"... Filmmaker who with partner James Ivory became synonymous with classy costume drama... Former Dallas Cowboys QB, an original "Monday Night Football" commentator... Socialite became a popular film actress in the 1950s and '60s...
Who is the old man on Pawn Stars?
Entertained TV audiences with his comic alter ego Charlie Farquharson... Special effects master... Actress and wife of actor James Earl Jones…. Tennis great who once won three Wimbledon titles in a single day...
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