Is Harry Belafonte Jewish?

Harry Belafonte was an American singer, songwriter, actor, and social activist, best known for popularizing Caribbean music worldwide with his hit songs like "Day-O (The Banana Boat Song)." He was a prominent figure in the civil rights movement and a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador.

Born Harold George Belafonte Jr. on March 1, 1927, in Harlem, New York, he was the son of Caribbean immigrants. He spent part of his childhood in Jamaica before returning to New York, where he attended George Washington High School and later served in the U.S. Navy during World War II.

Harry Belafonte was married three times and fathered four children. His personal life was marked by a strong commitment to humanitarian causes and civil rights activism, reflecting his deep-rooted passion for social justice.

Belafonte’s career spanned over six decades, during which he achieved international fame for his music, particularly in the 1950s. He won multiple Grammy Awards, including a Lifetime Achievement Award. As an actor, he starred in films like "Carmen Jones" and "Island in the Sun."

Belafonte was instrumental in the civil rights movement, working alongside Martin Luther King Jr. He also played a key role in organizing the 1963 March on Washington. Musically, he was the first artist to sell over a million copies of an album with "Calypso" in 1956.

Belafonte was known for his outspoken views, which sometimes led to controversy. His criticism of U.S. foreign policy and vocal support for various social causes occasionally sparked public and political backlash.

Among Belafonte’s most iconic creations are his renditions of "Day-O (The Banana Boat Song)" and "Jamaica Farewell,"