Ralph Cooper

The "Dark Gable" of Race Films Ralph Cooper (January 16, 1908 – August 4, 1992), was an African American actor, screenwriter, dancer and choreographer. Cooper is best known as the original master of ceremonies and founder of amateur night at the famous Apollo Theater in Harlem, New York Cityi in 1935. He wrote, produced, directed and acted in ten motion pictures. Titles … [Read more...] about Wednesday Open Thread: The History of Race Films