Michael Bearden Instagram – Today, an entertainment, and civil rights colossus has passed! Harry Belafonte is Legendary! Iconic! Trailblazing! Also, I’m honored to be able to call Harry, a dear friend. ⠀ ⠀ Harry was someone who would call out of the blue, to check in, but also to discuss important issues of the day. Especially, issues pertaining to oppressed peoples. ⠀ ⠀ I still have voicemails of tasks, strategies, and even praise for something I did that he thought was great. Priceless! I may share one day. Just, not today. ⠀ ⠀ One of my favorite calls from Mr.B (a moniker we affectionately used for him) was him asking if I would MD his 93rd birthday party at the Apollo. Of course I accepted without hesitation! What a night it was!⠀ ⠀ A social media post could in no way accurately depict the true depth of greatness and influence of such an iconic career and life! ⠀ ⠀ But, what it can do is to shine just a little light on our shared, fragile existence, and the extraordinary human beings who dedicate their lives to the betterment of humanity! ⠀ ⠀ Rest well Mr.B! 🕊You will be missed! 🙏🏾 M~ #HarryBelafonte⠀ ⠀ ⠀