In honor of Valentine’s Day, let’s celebrate one of our most revered Black couples of all time: Ossie Davis and Ruby Dee. These two were an iconic power couple, especially within Black Hollywood. They were known for their profound love, artistic brilliance, and unwavering commitment to social justice. Their partnership exemplified a rare synergy of talent, activism, and enduring devotion, inspiring generations with their shared journey through life and art.
Resources
“Ossie Davis Spoofs Jim Crow on Broadway”
“Ossie Davis Dies in Miami Beach At Age 87”
“Ruby Dee Has Died at Age 91” by Gary Susman
“Ruby Dee, Actress and Civil Rights Activist, Dies at 91” by Sarah Halzack
“AT HOME WITH: Ossie Davis and Ruby Dee; Art and Politics: Keeping It All Fresh” by Felicia R. Lee
“In This Life Together – Ossie Davis and Ruby Dee”
“[In My Lifetime] On Life With Ruby Dee and Ossie Davis” by Marissa Charles
“How We Made Our Marriage Last: Ruby Dee, Ossie Davis” by Michele Burgen
“Daughters of Ossie Davis and Ruby Dee Revisit Family Home” by Karen Roberts
“About Ruby and Ossie’s Unique Marriage….”
“Thousands Bid Farewell to Ossie Davis” by Corey Kilgannon
