Quote by: Josephine Baker

I ran away from home. I ran away from St. Louis, and then I ran away from the United States of America, because of that terror of discrimination, that horrible beast which paralyzes one's very soul and body.


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Author Bio


  • NameJosephine Baker
  • DescriptionAmerican-born French dancer, singer, and actress
  • AliasesFreda Josephine McDonald
  • BornJune 3, 1906
  • DiedApril 12, 1975
  • CountryUnited States Of America; France
  • ProfessionActor; Singer; Vedette; Film Actor; Street Artist; Dancer; Jazz Musician
  • AwardsKnight Of The Legion Of Honour; Croix De Guerre 1939–1945; Médaille De La Résistance