This week's open threads have focused on the wonderful accomplishments of Afro-Latinos. Today's thread will highlight Felix Tito Trinidad. Félix "Tito" Trinidad, Jr. (born January 10, 1973) is a retired Puerto Rican professional boxer, considered one of the best in Puerto Rico's history. Félix Trinidad was born in Fajardo, Puerto Rico, to Irma García and Félix Trinidad … [Read more...] about Saturday Open Thread: Afro-Latino Prominent People
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Tuesday Open Thread: Prominent Afro-Latino Figures
Continuing with the this week's theme of prominent Afro-Latino people, I will highlight the accomplishments of Sylvia del Villard. Sylvia del Villard (February 28, 1928-February 28, 1990), was an actress, dancer, choreographer and Afro-Puerto Rican activist. Del Villard was born in Santurce, a section of San Juan, Puerto Rico. As a young child, Del Villard would entertain … [Read more...] about Tuesday Open Thread: Prominent Afro-Latino Figures