Canada Lee Boxer

Canada Lee (March 3, 1907 – May 9, 1952) was an American actor who pioneered roles for African Americans. A champion of civil rights in the 1930s and 1940s, he died shortly before he was scheduled to appear before the House Un-American Activities Committee. He became an actor after careers as a jockey, boxer, and musician. Lee furthered the African-American tradition in theater pioneered by such actors as Paul Robeson. Lee is the father of actor Carl Lee.

Personal facts

Alias (AKA)	Lional Canegata
Birth date	March 03, 1907
Birth name	Leonard Lionel Cornelius Canegata
Birth place	New York City , United States , New York
Date of death	May 09, 1952
Place of death	New York City , United States , New York