Shirley Graham Du Bois
American-Ghanaian writer and activist (1896–1977)
Died aged 80ScorpioUnited States
Biography
Shirley Graham Du Bois (born Lola Shirley Graham Jr.; November 11, 1896 – March 27, 1977) was an American-Ghanaian writer, playwright, composer, and activist for African-American causes, among others. She won the Messner and the Anisfield-Wolf prizes for her works. She was also the second wife of activist W. E. B. Du Bois.
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Career highlights
Employers / organisations
- Federal Theatre Project
- Howard University
- University of Massachusetts Amherst
- Morgan State University
- Tennessee State University
Family
- Spouse(s)
- W. E. B. Du Bois
- Children
- David G. DuBois
Awards & honours (2)
- Anisfield-Wolf Book Awards
- Guggenheim Fellowship
Quick answers about Shirley Graham Du Bois
- How old was Shirley Graham Du Bois?
- Shirley Graham Du Bois died on March 27, 1977 at the age of 80.
- When is Shirley Graham Du Bois's birthday?
- Shirley Graham Du Bois was born on November 11, 1896.
- Where was Shirley Graham Du Bois born?
- Shirley Graham Du Bois was born in Indianapolis.
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- Shirley Graham Du Bois's zodiac sign is Scorpio.
- What is Shirley Graham Du Bois's nationality?
- Shirley Graham Du Bois is a citizen of United States.
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- Shirley Graham Du Bois is known as composer, playwright, biographer, writer.
- Who has Shirley Graham Du Bois been married to?
- According to Wikidata, Shirley Graham Du Bois's spouse is or was W. E. B. Du Bois.
- How many children did Shirley Graham Du Bois have?
- Wikidata lists 1 child of Shirley Graham Du Bois.
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