He has performed in many music genres, including blues, folk, gospel, musicals, and American standards. He is known as one of the most successful Jamaican-American singers in history, and was nicknamed the 'King of Calypso' for popularizing the Caribbean musical style around the world in the 1950s. Harry Belafonte is a Jamaican-American singer, songwriter, activist, and actor. Here are all the important facts about the legendary star:
Now into his 90s, Harry Belafonte is still active, appearing in films and using his voice as a humanitarian and standing up for civil rights. Harry Belafonte is one of the world's most celebrated singers of all time, from his days as the 'King of Calypso' to his career as an activist.
