Al Freeman, Jr. passed away at 78 years old, Reuters reported last night. He portrayed the Nation of Islam leader Elijah Muhammad in Spike Lee's 1992 film Malcolm X, as well as taught acting at Howard University. [ more › ]
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Pioneering actor Al Freeman Jr., best know for his role as Elijah Muhammad in Spike Lee’s 1992 film “Malcolm X,” died Thursday at the age of 78. “It is with tremendous sadness that the passing of our beloved Professor Al Freeman, Jr... Read Post
(Reuters) - Actor Al Freeman Jr., perhaps best known for his portrayal of Nation of Islam leader Elijah Muhammad in Spike Lee's 1992 film "Malcolm X," has died, Howard University said on Friday. Read Post