
Dorothy Dandridge, an iconic stage performer, faced the hurdles of her skin color in an era that kept many stars at bay. Defying the odds, she outshone more famous rivals to star in “Carmen Jones,” becoming the first Black woman nominated for a Best Actress Oscar. Heartbreak from tumultuous marriages and affairs weighed on her, but her spirit remained unbreakable. Seductive and easily seduced, Dorothy was destined for stardom, embodying the glory and pain of love, betrayal, and resilience. She was a woman who refused to stay in the shadows. Halle Berry brings Dorothy’s story to life.