Nora Holt: The Lives and Loves of Harlem's Legendary Blonde Bombshell
About this episode
The episode explores the multifaceted life of Nora Holt, a musical prodigy and prominent figure in Harlem's cultural scene.
A musical prodigy from Kansas becomes a renowned race woman in Chicago, a tabloid sensation in Harlem, and a musical force the world over. These are the many lives and loves of one of the most famous women of the era: Nora Holt.
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Places: Kansas, Chicago, Harlem
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