In Memoriam: Maya Angelou

Maya Angelou, who died a week ago today… was she one of those people who was famous for being famous?
What did she actually do in her 86 years (4/4/28 – 5/28/14)?
If you ever wondered, “How does a poet make a living?” this short Hump Day Hiatus video will offer a tiny clue that she was not just a poet. If the words I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings ring a bell, you have another clue about her remarkable career.
For the record, her résumé includes the following: poet, civil rights activist, dancer, film producer, television producer, playwright, film director, author, actress, professor.

Cole Haan “Maya Angelou (Director’s Cut)” from Ben Hughes on Vimeo.

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