Ruby Dee
Actress and activist had an illustrious career that spanned over the course of 73 years.
Dee was diagnosed with the disease in 1970, however, she beat it and remained in remission until her death in 2014 from natural causes.
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Ruby Dee
Actress and activist had an illustrious career that spanned over the course of 73 years.
Dee was diagnosed with the disease in 1970, however, she beat it and remained in remission until her death in 2014 from natural causes.
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