Francine Everett - the most beautiful woman in Harlem! Hollywood tried to humble her but failed!

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  • @KarineAlourde
    @KarineAlourde  ปีที่แล้ว +387

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    • @dclpn57
      @dclpn57 ปีที่แล้ว +7

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    • @dwayne2636
      @dwayne2636 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      😊

    • @lindamccoy9543
      @lindamccoy9543 ปีที่แล้ว +7

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    • @hermanpayton4691
      @hermanpayton4691 ปีที่แล้ว +3

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    • @jhondoe110
      @jhondoe110 ปีที่แล้ว

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  • @sunkidenton1078
    @sunkidenton1078 ปีที่แล้ว +1583

    Not getting married or having kids does not mean that someone lived a sad life. There is so many other fulfillments in life.

    • @a.melanated.seoul.
      @a.melanated.seoul. ปีที่แล้ว +100

      i agree..am a mother of 5 adults but always get sad when others feel that's what make someone ' whole'.. lol, the world will not depopulate because obviously everyone have their OWN journeys ..woman and/or feminine energies carry a nurturing /caring / "motherly" spirit anyway , so it may come in other forms of continuing ones legacy ..causes ,foundations, and this nice mini doc for example 😊

    • @WSTofKMT
      @WSTofKMT ปีที่แล้ว +33

      FACTS

    • @accountablecommentary
      @accountablecommentary ปีที่แล้ว +1

      She died in a nursing home idiot. It doesn't get any sadder than that

    • @cuhweensojuicy7886
      @cuhweensojuicy7886 ปีที่แล้ว +67

      Big facts ppl fail to realize that we have our own mind we do what we want . Marriage is a choice being a mother is a choice unless rapped and you choose to keep the bby.

    • @cicelychism4051
      @cicelychism4051 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Facts

  • @matureblackfemalepodcast
    @matureblackfemalepodcast ปีที่แล้ว +137

    I dont see anything to be sad about. Just because she wasn’t recognized by Hollywood is not a sad ending. She didnt sell her soul. She lived a life of integrity. She married twice so she had that experience as well, then lived a long healthy life. That’s commendable

    • @avawashington3498
      @avawashington3498 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      It is sad because they couldn’t look past her skin color and see her talent. That’s the same thing black women face to this day. You can’t look past our skin color you wanna stereotype us into certain roles when we are much more than a stereotype you trying to box us in a box and say this is who we are and that is not who we are even to the state and the black woman is basically the little sidekick but when you look close, still playing sidekick Mami rolls or make sure she plays down her beauty, not upstage white actress

  • @anonymouslakernerd7214
    @anonymouslakernerd7214 ปีที่แล้ว +296

    I'm 51. Black. Went to an HBCU. Am an avid reader of AfAm Studies. A self-described cinephile. How in the HELL have I never heard of this woman?!?!?!?!?! It's a crime.

    • @thetinydancer711
      @thetinydancer711 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Same!

    • @anonymouslakernerd7214
      @anonymouslakernerd7214 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@mrskelly5971 I went to an HBCU definitely.

    • @tiggy500
      @tiggy500 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It truly is

    • @soulangel835a
      @soulangel835a 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I would love for BET to bring back movies featuring her and other black actors of this era

    • @clarencewalker3925
      @clarencewalker3925 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I'm 68 and in the same boat as you. It's a crying shame.

  • @RReed-cs7dy
    @RReed-cs7dy ปีที่แล้ว +240

    This sister was VICTORIOUS because she was UNCOMPROMISING and was intuitive enough to know that taking the wrong roles would shame her people and ruin impressionable black girls through Hollywood's agenda. She would be ashamed of the artist today doing ANYTHING for money. Her legacy is extremely respected. Rest in paradise sister.

  • @auntieeva4098
    @auntieeva4098 ปีที่แล้ว +2272

    I worked with this beautiful lady in her later years at Harlem Hospital until I went on to further my education. She was still beautiful then. She told me about her movie career and beginnings at the Cotton Club. I always wondered what happened to her. Thank you for this video. She deserves the tribute.

    • @chick-fil-agal2264
      @chick-fil-agal2264 ปีที่แล้ว +73

      Wow 👌 😍

    • @TheLoveweaver
      @TheLoveweaver ปีที่แล้ว +61

      I worked as a Candy Striper in Harlem when I was in H.S. I never got to know any older patients, unfortunately.

    • @auntieeva4098
      @auntieeva4098 ปีที่แล้ว +152

      @@TheLoveweaver She was working herself at the time, she hadn't retired yet. She was very well put together everyday, always sharp.

    • @JuliaShalomJordan
      @JuliaShalomJordan ปีที่แล้ว +66

      That is so incredible!!!! You are so fortunate.❤

    • @hallievanoutryve3109
      @hallievanoutryve3109 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      😮

  • @SusanSingsSongs
    @SusanSingsSongs ปีที่แล้ว +817

    She chose to live her life on her own terms and did not care to put up with messy Hollyweird. She loved her people and her people loved her back and she dedicated her Art to them. She then surrounded herself with and served the community that she loved the most. She discovered early that Hollywood was not a standard that anyone needed to live up to. Sounds like a life well lived to me.

    • @bmarie251
      @bmarie251 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      What a lovely comment. 🌹

    • @marliseisrael3017
      @marliseisrael3017 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Yes

    • @CodyCole80
      @CodyCole80 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Bingo! 🎯

    • @teabeastl
      @teabeastl ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Co-sign…. And to do it way back then she was definitely brave 👍🏽

    • @shondahamilton752
      @shondahamilton752 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I so agree.

  • @martinraynkelly4782
    @martinraynkelly4782 ปีที่แล้ว +172

    She wasn't just the most beautiful woman in harlem. The reason why she never made in big despite clearly being talented is because she never sold herself out and stuck to her principles. Which is to be more respected than anything. Too many times even today our artist sellout for the fame and money and end up degrading themselves and our race. Respect to this gorgeous Daughter of Zion and to you for bringing her to light!

    • @madamedivaloach645
      @madamedivaloach645 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      THANK YOU!!!!!!

    • @gtawebdesignseoexpert4536
      @gtawebdesignseoexpert4536 ปีที่แล้ว

      Never sold herself out to whom?

    • @martinraynkelly4782
      @martinraynkelly4782 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @gtawebdesignseoexpert4536 Herself and her principles she set for herself as an artist according to the narrator.

    • @ninahill9493
      @ninahill9493 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@gtawebdesignseoexpert4536 to the elitt

    • @poisonivyheart6621
      @poisonivyheart6621 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      She was my idea of success.

  • @royalbohemian9757
    @royalbohemian9757 ปีที่แล้ว +166

    Thank you for remembering Francine Everett but why "sad"? She was wonderful and a cultural gem! She made her mark and lived her life on her terms. She lived to a ripe old age, as she honored her mother. Celebrate her in positivity, as she would have wanted.

    • @ashantezagre2371
      @ashantezagre2371 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Thank you ❤

    • @1242Angel
      @1242Angel ปีที่แล้ว +26

      I agree 100%.!! I do not see any sadness to her story! She was a bright and beautiful star! She stuck to her standards and expressed her talents. She loved again after losing her first husband, then gave attention and care to her mother. She built relationships at the hospital and got a job offer. Then was blessed to have others care for her at a nursing home to the time of her death. She ought to be celebrated. No suggestion of sadness is relevant or necessary. What a beautiful, talented woman!

    • @ashantezagre2371
      @ashantezagre2371 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@1242Angel totally agree

    • @mariesascott506
      @mariesascott506 ปีที่แล้ว

      I agree.

    • @sumayyahadetunmbi4347
      @sumayyahadetunmbi4347 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@1242Angel that is nice to hear

  • @AuthorLHollingsworth
    @AuthorLHollingsworth ปีที่แล้ว +799

    Many of the Black entertainers from that era died without anyone knowing of them. It makes me sad, but their stories are finally being discovered. Thank you for doing a film on her. Bravo 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼💖💖💖

    • @rvegas81
      @rvegas81 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I KNOW THATS CRAZY. TO ME.

    • @ulrichhille5241
      @ulrichhille5241 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Most people die without being known all over the place. So what?

    • @elihubildad6677
      @elihubildad6677 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      People knew of them at the time it’s just that the new generation of people didn’t know them , you have to keep in mind that time passes and new people come along in the entertainment business .
      There are many beautiful people that never even got filmed keep things in perspective .

    • @Goodkidjr43
      @Goodkidjr43 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      If she had married and had children which would result in grandchildren etc, she would have been known by those who loved her. Sacrificing family for a career results in loneliness and emptiness. She made her choice. It had NOTHING to do with the segregation of that time. God bless.

    • @dougfredricks2017
      @dougfredricks2017 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@ulrichhille5241 Hello, IMO more Blacks have been Duped by the entertainment industry as the powers to be planned it that way. Performing is okay but Building and leading takes precedence... 🙄

  • @Ms.RatherUnique
    @Ms.RatherUnique ปีที่แล้ว +582

    This is my first of every hearing of her. She was beautiful!

    • @Rue100
      @Rue100 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      TOO BAD THIS YOUNGER BLACK GENERATION OF WOMEN DON'T COME EVEN CLOSE TO THESE NATURAL BLACK WOMEN WITH NOOOOO PLASTIC SURGERY

    • @Rue100
      @Rue100 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      @@orientatedyxna6456 marilyn monroe WASN'T even close to these BLACK beauties at that time

    • @Ms.RatherUnique
      @Ms.RatherUnique ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@Rue100 Sad part about is I don't see us progressing better anytime soon. There is a cultural rot that's plaguing our race and it's got us in a gridlock or a stupor right now.

    • @Rue100
      @Rue100 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@Ms.RatherUnique AGREED...THESE YOUNGER GENERATION OF BLACK AMERICANS ARE SOOOOOO F-UP AND LOST THEIR TOO FAR GONE TO BE HELPED

    • @gigidooley3892
      @gigidooley3892 ปีที่แล้ว

      Me too!

  • @askmamalouise7605
    @askmamalouise7605 ปีที่แล้ว +65

    Please note Serving at Harlem Hospital is like being a service officer giving your presence to the community in uncountable ways and measures. Her work in Harlem must be highlighted as an achievement and a contribution! Plus, Harlem was her home. It was customary to have many great legends retire, live, work and socialize in Harlem. I know this firsthand! I have lived my life for and in Harlem!

  • @2022universallove
    @2022universallove ปีที่แล้ว +28

    She is so beautiful and I love how she had pride and refused to be dumbed down for Hollywood like the rest of Hollywood's tokens of today. She lived a peaceful life she was still famous not infamous 💜🙏🏽

  • @alanakahiapo3604
    @alanakahiapo3604 ปีที่แล้ว +795

    My god she literally looks like a Disney Princess…

    • @noomwa
      @noomwa ปีที่แล้ว +38

      Seriously, a siren from an age before Botox and nip/tucks.

    • @callmemrbombastic1903
      @callmemrbombastic1903 ปีที่แล้ว +72

      The Disney princesses look like her rather!

    • @thekeith-donovanexperience
      @thekeith-donovanexperience ปีที่แล้ว +53

      She’s probably the inspiration of one. You know how they do.

    • @charchartime1701
      @charchartime1701 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I don’t see it! Sorry Not Sorry! I see common girl

    • @toneyisaiah3556
      @toneyisaiah3556 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      She definitely does from a
      different era.

  • @cosmicembrace3464
    @cosmicembrace3464 ปีที่แล้ว +168

    The African American celebrities of the Harlem Renaissance would be shocked at the way our current AA celebrities move now. There is definitely a lack of pride now and I’m not sure where the transition happened and how the bar got lower

    • @KarineAlourde
      @KarineAlourde  ปีที่แล้ว +68

      I agree but celebrities in general have lost that certain class the golden age era had. There’s no more glamour or pride 😢

    • @kathiaserrano7740
      @kathiaserrano7740 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      Because nowadays, you're only as relevant as your latest scandal. Unfortunately talent takes a backseat.

    • @liviavallendenez
      @liviavallendenez ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@kathiaserrano7740 tell it 💯💯

    • @TomekiaLloyd
      @TomekiaLloyd ปีที่แล้ว +15

      @@KarineAlourdeI am an absolute HUGE fan of the class and poise of this era in general. So, I found on another video that in that time frame, "finishing, charm, and acting schools" were popular for women and men who wanted to go into entertainment and fashion. Many entered as teenagers and learned how to stand, talk, walk, enter a room, and adorn themselves to accentuate their best features. Madame Ophelia Devore-Mitchell, a former model, was the owner of one of these schools. Diahann Carrol and Cicely Tyson were some of her first students.

    • @bobbyschannel349
      @bobbyschannel349 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I was thinking the same thing, I've been binge watching so many of these race movies for the past one month. And the talents the artistry,
      and the musical genius of jazz is incredible. I've been looking at a lot of Oscar Micheaux movies. He has a lot of Little jazz numbers in his movies.
      Made me extremely curious about all the other jazz movies,
      I watched cab calloway's jitterbug party short film over and over and over and over again.
      Seeing so many people that I recognize from other things.
      Lena horn is in it. Ethel Moses is in it.
      I started watching other movies.. Moon over harlem.
      Paradise in harlem. Murder in harlem.
      1947 boy with a girl with Sheila guyse,
      looking ah so beautiful.
      I wish I can go back into those days and just listen to the music. I wouldn't care about Jim crow. Because I'll be insulated with inside my community.
      As much as I disagree with Akon on how he expressed himself..
      There is some truth to it.
      We've lost our touch,
      we've lost our magic..
      We (Afeo-Americans)
      created American music.
      From ragtime music,
      jazz, blues, rock and roll,
      gospel, disco, hip hop to house music.
      And after 100 years of creating all of these great musical genres. We've become talentless...
      I go on youtube, and I see white people doing Lindy Hop competitions. All over the world. And they are pretty good at it. I almost never see black people doing both dances. It's very sad, because in the 1947 movie boy what a girl. It's a great lady hop scene and I love watching over and over again. And the same thing with hellzapoppin..
      But now, I look at our talent today..
      our music.
      I just shake my hair

  • @katyp5914
    @katyp5914 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    It sounds like Francine lived life on her terms. Praises to her for declining roles that were unacceptable to her. This video is great!💃🏾❤️

  • @ge1389
    @ge1389 ปีที่แล้ว +117

    First of all thank you for bringing Ms. Everett's story to light. Second, I don't see her life as so sad b/c she didn't make it to or in Hollywood. She did what she wanted to do in her sphere, even working those clerical jobs later in life. And because of you, we know of her now and her accomplishments. Who knows, Hollywood may have corrupted her and then you would be telling us maybe about how she died of a drug overdose, or something else tragic I was impressed with all she and her comrades accomplished during much opposition to people of color. She lived longer than most and was able to afford to be in a nursing home, not having family to care for her. Again, thanks for sharing this uplifting story!

  • @christineml1476
    @christineml1476 ปีที่แล้ว +395

    What is it about women of this era? They're beautiful and strong - truly an extraordinary time.

    • @vpoetic
      @vpoetic ปีที่แล้ว +37

      I asked my mom what products did they use in their hair because it seem like everyone's hair was healthy and shiny.

    • @pjs2775
      @pjs2775 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      YES INDEED!!! 💯 Such elegance and grace ✨

    • @robinlanier6886
      @robinlanier6886 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Class and feminism .

    • @yoursocialmoth
      @yoursocialmoth ปีที่แล้ว +16

      My favorite thing about women of these eras is that they were fed up, forward, and fierce...all with charm and smile! I'm fed up but with a deep frown 😆

    • @mrs.evelynkerr8799
      @mrs.evelynkerr8799 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      I am feeling in awe after enjoying watching these videos about these elegant but beautiful actresses back in the 1930s,1940s and 1950s. 😍

  • @veteranbroad8802
    @veteranbroad8802 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    It seems that back in those days, women and men dressed so well, you couldn't tell if they were rich or poor. I'm 65 and the old pic my parents had are priceless.

    • @CodyCole80
      @CodyCole80 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Everyone goes casual for almost everything nowadays. Back then, people dressed nice just to go to the corner store. 😊

    • @Biggdoom344
      @Biggdoom344 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      You nailed it. As my parents told me…well off blacks were not treated much better than poor ones..but they were treated better. So if you dressed well, it was assumed you had $$$.

  • @yazzybeez
    @yazzybeez ปีที่แล้ว +20

    She’s so strikingly beautiful and such a talent. She deserves her flowers and would love to see a documentary about her life.

  • @janicet2665
    @janicet2665 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Believe me she wasn't by herself, she lived life helping others..We tend to put value on what career a person has not on how they helped others...Some don't need a light shine on them, because they are truly a STAR.

  • @princejarmajesty5358
    @princejarmajesty5358 ปีที่แล้ว +298

    I found this story so good! I’m glad she escaped the darkness of Hollywood and lived until 84 presumabLy a life that was not filled with drugs. So no, I’m not sad that we did not know much about her personal life. More stars could benefit from this

    • @chicnoir29
      @chicnoir29 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      A life filled with drugs? Are you okay?

    • @princejarmajesty5358
      @princejarmajesty5358 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      @@chicnoir29 hahaha typo!!! Meant that wasn’t filled with drugs ahahah

    • @chicnoir29
      @chicnoir29 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@princejarmajesty5358 - Oh okay thanks for clarifying.

    • @sadiestewart7610
      @sadiestewart7610 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Absolutely lived what sounds like a wonderful life.
      Just because everyone hasn't heard of her has nothing to do with whether she was a successful person.
      What does that matter.
      We are so sick that we believe if they weren't a celebrity
      "Media Made"
      That the life wasn't worth as much.
      I keep hoping that we
      Will overcome that attitude.
      If you watch America's got TALENT
      you realize that talent is all over the place.
      It is not as special as we pretend.
      Any of those folk could have been made stars if they were in the right place at the right time
      There is very little unique talent

    • @SEJ3333
      @SEJ3333 ปีที่แล้ว

      @SADIE STEWART You seem to have missed the point being made. What is sad is that the era in which she lived there was simply a lack of opportunities to more fully express her talent - whether her talent was special or not - without compromising herself.

  • @LaReginaPatrizia
    @LaReginaPatrizia ปีที่แล้ว +532

    Please keep educating us. I have never heard of these beautiful black women.

    • @shirleyanthony5840
      @shirleyanthony5840 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Me either these women so beautiful and good actresses

    • @lynnettecheatom2922
      @lynnettecheatom2922 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Never heard of her. But she was a beauty. Thanks for the story . Only on You Tube

    • @dano3211
      @dano3211 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Mixed race, not black.

    • @LaReginaPatrizia
      @LaReginaPatrizia ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@dano3211 If you say so

    • @dano3211
      @dano3211 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@LaReginaPatrizia
      You know good and damn well that's not a real black woman and I'm not gonna pretend with you that she is

  • @TheAuthenticIsOutThere
    @TheAuthenticIsOutThere ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Wow! This reminds me so much of my grandmother. My grandmother raised me. She was born in 1929. This is her era. This is the embodiment beauty, class, confidence and just a little dash of naughty. Balance! A lost art.
    👑 ❤️‍🔥 🖤 ❤️‍🔥

  • @brahmabkitty03
    @brahmabkitty03 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I gotta learn more! Not only was she from NC but she’s a total icon for not falling for Hollywood’s BS!

  • @derricklangford4725
    @derricklangford4725 ปีที่แล้ว +310

    It really wasn't that sad of an ending, she was able to get up every morning and work at a hospital that served so many in Harlem, which I'm sure gave her purpose and I'm sure she had friends and acquaintancesis to fill her life.

    • @nattyrocberry
      @nattyrocberry ปีที่แล้ว +33

      I agree I tried to say the thing but someone said I was projecting 🥰. who are we to judge how one’s life should end ?! It’s a life!

    • @stylissia
      @stylissia ปีที่แล้ว +27

      @@nattyrocberryshe probably didn’t want a man! 😂

    • @omfug7148
      @omfug7148 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@stylissia she was luckier than some like Judy Garland & Billy Holiday who chose selfish bastards as partners.

    • @misst3016
      @misst3016 ปีที่แล้ว +42

      @@stylissia RIGHT! Sisters Sarah & Bessie Delaney were beautiful & successful Black women who lived to be 104 & 109 yrs old. Originally from North Carolina, they moved to Harlem as young women. Sarah was the 1st Black woman to teach high school domestic science in the NYC public schools. Bessie was the 2nd Black woman licensed to practice dentistry in NY state. When asked the secret to living long, they said it was because they didn't have husbands to worry them to death. 😁

    • @iamv482
      @iamv482 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@misst3016 One of the sisters did married but didn't have any children. It is better to marry and have your very own offspring to carry on your legacy.

  • @natalyahaynes4629
    @natalyahaynes4629 ปีที่แล้ว +92

    Back then so many black actresses and actors that didn’t get Recognition that they deserve and as they should ❤️

  • @staceyshine247
    @staceyshine247 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    She was a true natural beauty. Glad she made her mark. 🏆

  • @chancegoode173
    @chancegoode173 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Beautiful woman that can sing , dance and act really well. She’s not just the prettiest woman in Harlem, but one of the prettiest woman of her era period ❤

  • @debbieforareason364
    @debbieforareason364 ปีที่แล้ว +93

    She was indeed beautiful!

  • @Jamaicandiaspora
    @Jamaicandiaspora ปีที่แล้ว +77

    All the women are classy from that era. Thank you for this presentation.

  • @Tahia213
    @Tahia213 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Women from this era had something: their voices , their gestures , their smiles and attitude 😘

  • @thevisitor154
    @thevisitor154 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    She's simply gorgeous!

  • @tamaraday8159
    @tamaraday8159 ปีที่แล้ว +326

    Being a Black woman is so top tier 🖤. Thank you for sharing your research on “unsung” Black women in music and the arts.

    • @bmwjourdandunngoddess6024
      @bmwjourdandunngoddess6024 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I wish she did even more. But I’m happy she’s doing some that we don’t even know about and highlighting them!

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    • @veraruffin3950
      @veraruffin3950 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Love your fro❤

    • @thatgirlvee2
      @thatgirlvee2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@DieselDog1982 it means black women are high quality women.

    • @thatgirlvee2
      @thatgirlvee2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@chuckscott4661 husband's are overrated

  • @blackdove3057
    @blackdove3057 ปีที่แล้ว +114

    Interesting video. Never heard of her before. But please consider the time. A clerical position at a hospital was outstanding for a black woman in that era. My grandmother was very close in age. She and her sisters were maids in North Carolina AND New York. That's just how it was. But they made it better for their children. My mom was the first black hired at her company. She was clerical ( corporate) for over thirty years. This woman caught a break in the movie industry. She remained in Harlem and networked among her people. Very wise in my opinion. She refused to settle for less than what she felt her worth was.

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    • @marliseisrael3017
      @marliseisrael3017 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      What's sad is that people love to look down on other's personal choices.

  • @flyboykfpr
    @flyboykfpr ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I never heard of her before, she is gorgeous and has a fantastic voice. Her smile is amazing.

  • @spearsandrea7263
    @spearsandrea7263 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Many years back I watched every black produced and directed movie I could get my hands on from the 20s, 30s and 40s...I never forget Francine Everett for her staring role in Dirty Gertie from Harlem USA (in fact, whenever I hear the term Dirty Gertie, I think of her)....she was "something" as my Dad used to say.

  • @keita4040
    @keita4040 ปีที่แล้ว +124

    I actually watched this movie and was lost for words. Her beauty, boldness and voice was captivating 💯👏🏾🤩🙌🏾

  • @tysmith2138
    @tysmith2138 ปีที่แล้ว +292

    There is nothing sad about this Beautiful woman's story! She lived her life with dignity and did not compromise herself for Hollywood! Compared to the life story of Judy Garland who got addicted to Alcohol and drugs, Mental breakdowns, Failed relationships and being molested and dying at the early age of 47! This woman Francine Everett lived a full and wonderful life to the age of 84! And i am pretty sure she has no regrets of being involved in racist weird ass Hollywood!

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    • @rosiebottom3870
      @rosiebottom3870 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      I agree. And we all die alone, ultimately.

    • @marliseisrael3017
      @marliseisrael3017 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Yes

    • @kimberlyowens5496
      @kimberlyowens5496 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      So true,

    • @j.bennette3390
      @j.bennette3390 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You’ve missed the historical context.

  • @1995RangeRover
    @1995RangeRover ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Chances are she died with her integrity. She wasn't willing to do what others' were doing to get ahead in the film industry. May God keep her...salute

  • @carpenterbluechicken
    @carpenterbluechicken ปีที่แล้ว +4

    She didn't fail she sang from her heart and her heart was full. It be her own heart that was a star she always be a star in song in heart. For who she was.

  • @Godisloven09
    @Godisloven09 ปีที่แล้ว +79

    She was a stunning woman!!! Pay homage to the greats❤

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  • @natalyahaynes4629
    @natalyahaynes4629 ปีที่แล้ว +140

    This is a history lesson 🖤 thank you she was gorgeous

    • @MsPat.212
      @MsPat.212 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes. She was.💕

  • @MarquitasKnottyCrush
    @MarquitasKnottyCrush ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks for this lovely tribute. She reminds me so much of Erykah Badu.

  • @celestehaynes8261
    @celestehaynes8261 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you my sister for caring on Francine Everett's legacy,.. I wouldn't have never have known she existed until I saw this TH-cam.

  • @talktothehandreviews
    @talktothehandreviews ปีที่แล้ว +43

    I learned about the Amazing Francine Everett recently when I saw some old movies she was in. I could not believe that I had never heard of this incredible woman before with this beauty and talent.

  • @ashleyofnaath
    @ashleyofnaath ปีที่แล้ว +135

    You introduce me to so many fascinating women I'd otherwise never hear about. Thanks Karine!!

    • @KarineAlourde
      @KarineAlourde  ปีที่แล้ว +5

      My pleasure always ❤

    • @ashleyofnaath
      @ashleyofnaath ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@KarineAlourde Can you add Amanda Blake (Miss Kitty from Gunsmoke) to your list? She's another fascinating woman and actress who died way too soon. If I'm not mistaken, she's the first known celebrity to have died from AIDS; though at the time of her death doctors lied to protect her reputation. Considering one of her husbands- a closeted gay man- likely gave it to her, it's sad to think she'd have to bare shame for the diagnosis and her story couldn't be told in full. She was also, at that time, one of the only people on earth to successfully breed cheetahs in captivity and helped contribute to their conservation efforts worldwide by sharing her knowledge with zoos and wildlife sanctuaries. Amanda was a cool a-- woman.

    • @CK4202
      @CK4202 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same sentiments. Thanks Karine for this, at least she lived a long life. Which shows she was ok with not being apart of that hollywood mess and getting eliminated way too young, and she was still able to leave treasures to be found and admired. A golden sophisticated lady, beautiful black queen

  • @jessicaberry87
    @jessicaberry87 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for covering this late actress and other black actresses who were beautiful, graceful, and feminine. I promise Hollywood strives to show black women as anything but that.

  • @sharonquattlebaum6760
    @sharonquattlebaum6760 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you, for this beautiful story! She was a woman a head of her time. She has left her mark, a beautiful shining star. There was nothing sad about her life. She makes me proud! We are awesome, black women that is. Hollywood was not good enough for her.

  • @AuntieBam888
    @AuntieBam888 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    Paula Patton portrayed her as Angel in Idlewild, but they didn't tell the whole true story, she wasn't shot like Angel was in the movie, somebody else took that bullet. May she rest in peace, and many other who should've got their flowers, and star on the Hollywood Walk Of Fame.

    • @rongottimetoday7173
      @rongottimetoday7173 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Never knew that. Have to watch it over.

    • @Biggdoom344
      @Biggdoom344 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Wow. So Sally B Shelley was the portrayal of a real person. If so the picked the right one. Paula Patton is easy to look at too and talented.

  • @zoilarobledo8135
    @zoilarobledo8135 ปีที่แล้ว +83

    All of the botched, cosmetic surgery, shallow-talent celebs of today (Kartrashians, Cardi B., Nicki Minaj, Lil Kim, Karlie Redd, etc.) and will NEVER come close to the natural beauty, pure talent & class of this beautiful woman, from that era! The multitudes of insecure women of today, waste multi-millions of dollars on cosmetic surgeries & still cannot reproduce such rare, genuine beauty, as this Black Queen, Francine Everette. 👑💎💐🔥

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    • @erichughes8723
      @erichughes8723 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Timeless beauty!

    • @ginacoleman788
      @ginacoleman788 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      There are so few black females today who get the roles they deserve, but Viola Davis is one of my favorites.

    • @sadiestewart7610
      @sadiestewart7610 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@erichughes8723That beauty is not timeless.
      Name on outstanding hig yellow woman that is admired today
      For beauty or brains.
      Certainly not in Hollywood
      Look at your local newscasters
      Most do not look like this woman.
      Kamala Harris even though she is too old to be a standard now
      I do not know what standard you are referring to. Unless this look is your preference

    • @mikalyonsoneal9890
      @mikalyonsoneal9890 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@sadiestewart7610 Sade, Coretta Scott King, Rosa Parks, Vanessa Williams Sallie Richardson, Soledad O'Brian, Florence Griffin, Pam Grier, Lena Horne, the lady that hidden figures is about is light skinned and brilliant, her name is Katherine

      No one has control over how they look when they are born and just as there's nothing wrong with being dark skinned there's nothing wrong with being lighter skinned either.....
      The crimes of colorism are committed by both sides of the spectrum and they are both equally toxic and evil.

  • @Leyla7292
    @Leyla7292 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Francine was a good singer,actor, & really gifted, & such a beauty too! 🥰

  • @sylvialawrence4431
    @sylvialawrence4431 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It's called self-respect and also showing respect and knowing you deserve it in return. Inner beauty makes outward beauty even more outstanding!

  • @Josolovesu
    @Josolovesu ปีที่แล้ว +45

    She didn't sell out 👏🏾... I'm just so glad she and many other unknown black excellence are getting their 🌹💐 thru Karine. Thanks sis for your hard work! Btw, I love how you ended the vid with Francine dancing to the rhythm of your bros music 😊

  • @MizzNee796
    @MizzNee796 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    The 30's and 40's is my favorite film era! My favorite film of all time is Devil in a Blue Dress. Thank you for turning us on to this actress and this movie. (dirty gertie)

    • @renaissancewoman100
      @renaissancewoman100 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      The book is even better! All of the Easy Rawlins books are good.

    • @gabriellehanks6850
      @gabriellehanks6850 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Devil in a Blue Dress is my favorite Denzel Washington film. 💙

  • @dinagreen8508
    @dinagreen8508 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Humility is always needed in all levels and walks of life, pride goes before a fall.😞🙏💖

  • @deneen5965
    @deneen5965 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I never heard of her. She is beautiful! Thank you for bringing her story to light!

  • @heathercarter7429
    @heathercarter7429 ปีที่แล้ว +147

    Thank you for this history! I never heard of her until now. You’re helping to keep her legacy alive. And this music is 🔥🔥🔥

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  • @christopherhardnett558
    @christopherhardnett558 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Omg! How come I've never heard of her? No sellout. Full of pride and beauty. Big respect to her.

  • @s_h_a_w_n_d_a8903
    @s_h_a_w_n_d_a8903 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Wow! I’ve never heard of her. She’s beautiful!!

  • @ronjones8981
    @ronjones8981 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    What a beautiful lady. It’s heartbreaking that she didn’t get the recognition she deserved. May she RIP.

  • @tracyskitchenandappalachia2954
    @tracyskitchenandappalachia2954 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    She is beautiful and flawless. Talented. Never heard of her.

  • @cherrydhee
    @cherrydhee ปีที่แล้ว +44

    It's triumphant that you are allowing to help her have her flowers. It's important amd what you do amd how you help represent is a talent. We thank you.

  • @jefferybarlow2733
    @jefferybarlow2733 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Thank you so much for posting this..I've never heard of her before she was very beautiful and talented

  • @flava428
    @flava428 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thanks for sharing. I've never heard her story. Truly a black history moment to share with my children and grandchildren.

  • @ToriUptown
    @ToriUptown ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I’m from Harlem and never heard of her! thanks for sharing!! She was beautiful. And people from Harlem are still very proud 😂😂 you can’t tell us nothing!!
    I don’t think her story is sad. She chose to remain in Harlem for a reason. She didn’t want to go to Hollywood. Not everyone needs to be rich & famous. That life comes with so much.

  • @SEFYH
    @SEFYH ปีที่แล้ว +28

    First off... Thank you for honoring this unsung LEGEND, Ms. Francine Everett! Yes, its sad how she never advanced further in her perspective career as a Hollywood actress.... HOWEVER, it's WONDERFUL how through her efforts, she pushed the needle even further for other black actresses that came behind her. I honestly don't look at her life as being sad... I'm GRATEFUL for the sacrifices she made for the CULTURE. It is because of her crawling... MANY RAN and continue to this day to stand on her shoulders. WE THANK YOU MS. FRANCINE EVERETT and from this day forward we will continue to speak your name!!!!!

    • @CodyCole80
      @CodyCole80 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It’s only sad if you deem Hollywood as the top of the entertainment industry. Not everyone sees it that way.

    • @SEFYH
      @SEFYH ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@CodyCole80 I agree with you 100%

  • @aaronmills998
    @aaronmills998 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    There's nothing Sad or Tragic about how this woman's life went she showed pride, strength and stood for the cause that she felt strong about it's amazing how individuals dance around these facts, talk about these facts but still try to convince the viewers that her life was tragic because her career didn't turn out to what they define success as when she was triumphant in her life by living it they way she felt was right so let me she she was victorious in a acting career during prejudice and racial time, took care of her family and still spoke to the young coming up in that business...To me that sounds like a winner all away around the board these woman these days can't hold a candle to this caliber woman because that generation done all the hard work for you So step your moral game up in your life because YOUR Life might turn out TRAGIC. PEACE

  • @zinarhone7642
    @zinarhone7642 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    She is picture perfect. Gorgeous, graceful and talented. There are so many untold stories of beautiful and handsome people of color that have never been told and will never be known. They didn't fit the Hollywood narrative being pushed about the people they represented. They were much too good looking, well spoken and intelligent to find a place in the national film world. Thank you for sharing this.

  • @Lokicool382
    @Lokicool382 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    It’s crazy that these films aren’t available to stream. It’s almost like suppression. I’m glad these films were released during this period because representation is important in all areas! Thanks for the video!!!

    • @sheranda77
      @sheranda77 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Amazon Prime has them

    • @Lokicool382
      @Lokicool382 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@sheranda77 thank you! I’m going to check it out!

    • @deelove9375
      @deelove9375 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@sheranda77 what do you search on Amazon prime to see them ?

    • @sheranda77
      @sheranda77 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@deelove9375 You can search her name or "Dirty Gerty from Harlem"

    • @deelove9375
      @deelove9375 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@sheranda77 thank you

  • @philb.1502
    @philb.1502 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Wow!! What an absolute stunning beauty!! A tremendous all around talent! Singer, dancer, and actress. A certified triple threat! Salute to the MAGNIFICENT Francine Everett!!!

  • @amremnant
    @amremnant ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Hollywood is a hell for everybody who passes through there make no mistake, she seemed to have known that. She got to share her gift with the world on her terms and there's nothing better than that. Sad that she didn't get to create a loving family for herself, but at least she didn't have to deal with the drama that comes with it either.

  • @leelabizbee
    @leelabizbee ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Oh my! She was stunning! And 1000% all natural beauty. 😍

  • @carolmirelez170
    @carolmirelez170 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    What a beautiful and talented woman! Thank you for letting us know about her! It's ashamed she was never recognized! 💖💖💖

  • @davidjames3126
    @davidjames3126 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Love their Elegant style along with Beauty & Brains just to survive in this Era with all the odds-on negativity towards them

  • @NalaLatrice
    @NalaLatrice ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Her Spirit showed up to me via your video! Thank you for being you cause this was for me on a spiritual level for my next level growth! I will honor her name! What such an inspiration!🤩

  • @lorrainefrancis1250
    @lorrainefrancis1250 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    She was indeed beautiful. Thanks for sharing. She was right to stand her ground. RIP🕯️🕊️🙏🏾

  • @carlatrimuel5110
    @carlatrimuel5110 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Great video! I don’t see her life as sad or little. She lived her life on her terms and chose not to lower her standards to take roles she viewed as beneath her. I say a life well lived.

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  • @Demebeso714
    @Demebeso714 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    She was a living piece of artwork...Absolutely Gorgeous...Black American Beautiful...Thank You so much for this video...I am ashamed that I have never heard of her before...

  • @rosarcobinso3867
    @rosarcobinso3867 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for sharing! She looks like my neice. I love watching these old movies! So sad she died alone that way! Thanks again!

  • @Indigostarfly
    @Indigostarfly ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank you so much for posting this!, I have never heard of Francine Everett, I bet there are so much more that have been passed up and forgotten. There should be a biopic, they've done more then enough about Marilyn Monroe. What a stunning woman!.

  • @JuliaShalomJordan
    @JuliaShalomJordan ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Love discovering new starlets I’ve never heard of! This era highlighted a sweet coquette type of beauty.👑

  • @tay_the_eclectic_one
    @tay_the_eclectic_one ปีที่แล้ว +107

    R&B singer Monica should play her in a biopic

    • @danavixen6274
      @danavixen6274 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Good eye! 👍🏾

    • @redbonescorpio79
      @redbonescorpio79 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      YESSS!

    • @KarineAlourde
      @KarineAlourde  ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Wow I see it

    • @cookies4582
      @cookies4582 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      I love Monica but the actress Lisa Arrindell- Anderson looks just like her she played in Madea's Family Reunion and other movies

    • @BabyDoll-bu7ce
      @BabyDoll-bu7ce ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@cookies4582 'Livin Large'

  • @royschmidt675
    @royschmidt675 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I only wish I would have known about her in the 60 70 80 and 90’s. Thank you for exposing her and her lost talent. Peace & Love💕🌸🙏

  • @williamb4335
    @williamb4335 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Wow I never knew about her. So sad. The lady was gorgeous! And can dance. RIP.

  • @zerroortiz6420
    @zerroortiz6420 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Glad you are bringing out beautiful, gorgeous and talented women from the past that didn’t get a chance. SAD END !!

  • @schurrlittle1339
    @schurrlittle1339 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    THANK YOU KARINE ALOURDE, FOR SHOWING THIS VERY TALENTED BEAUTIFUL BLACK ACTRESS FRANCINE EVERETT SHE WAS AN AMAZING PERSON WHO SHOWED GRACE DURING HER ERA, AND MAY SHE FOREVER SHINE AMONG THE GREAT BLACK ACTRESSES!!😊

  • @RijoleBitata
    @RijoleBitata ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you for this! She accomplished everything in my view, her moral code was unbreakable & she was true to herself. Great video.

  • @laceylocket1
    @laceylocket1 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That Lady is Absolutely Stunning .I would say one of the most Beautiful Women in the world not just Harlem . Such a great singing voice too . R.I.P. Angel.

  • @keys_open_doors
    @keys_open_doors ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Wow. She’s was such a beauty. Thank you for sharing her legacy. I’ve never heard of her.

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  • @user-eu3op7or6v
    @user-eu3op7or6v ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Wow 🤩 she’s gorgeous! Never heard of her I’ll definitely check her out thanks for keeping her legacy alive! ❤

  • @scotthighcam
    @scotthighcam ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Absolutely love this mini documentary on Francine Everett. I only recently became aware of her existence in movies and her singing. Unfortunately too many black actresses have gone unnoticed because of racism. Why couldn't we have learned about her in high school history lessons. Damn shame..thank you 💕 for the documentary..I just subscribed. I look forward to links to her movies and other black unsung black actresses as well. Sincerely an Eartha Kitt fan😊

  • @jokuz9133
    @jokuz9133 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Definetly more beautiful than any famous female in hollywood. Just wow

  • @HarlemTalkradio
    @HarlemTalkradio ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Thanks for producing and commentary on icons of Black Theatrical Arts. They're telling our stories. Bless you!

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  • @cadillacpojones7316
    @cadillacpojones7316 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    hey friend! i think the story you are telling about her doesn’t Sound sad/tragic at all! it sounds like she made an excellent choice to avoid Hollywood and avoid the sacrifices she would have to make for white acceptance. It sounds like she made some really dope choices for happiness i.e. being with your family, maintaining her dignity and honoring black folks through her art! thanks for the story!!

  • @garysmith7476
    @garysmith7476 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I never heard of her before . She is absolutely Beautiful . Thank you for posting this .

  • @melindaparsons7433
    @melindaparsons7433 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My God, she was beyond stunning!..In every way!..So sad that she didn’t go as far in her career as the women who were far less talented did!..

  • @saritasmith9789
    @saritasmith9789 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    This is my first time hearing about this queen. May she continue to rest in peace and power. ❤️🙏🏾

  • @exploregreer1048
    @exploregreer1048 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Where were the folks that did know her? How on earth could this be? 1999 is not that long ago, she died alone? Can not even wrap my mind around that thought. Much love to this dedicated Black woman, who didn't sign her name in blood.

  • @dstn2bgrt
    @dstn2bgrt ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for sharing her story!