In this interview from the TCM Archives, Juanita Moore discusses working with Lana Turner on IMITATION OF LIFE ('59). The production of the film was during a very tumultous time in Turner's life. See the full interview on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/eZ1BQVugZvo | Turner Classic Movies: TCM

In this interview from the TCM Archives, actress Juanita Moore talks about how she found out she was nominated for an Oscar for IMITATION OF LIFE ('59). | Turner Classic Movies: TCM

Oscar-nominated actress Juanita Moore spoke with us in 1995 about her career. Among the stories about her life, she told us about working with Ethel Waters during her days as a chorus girl at the iconic Apollo Theater. Full interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/eZ1BQVugZvo | Turner Classic Movies: TCM

🌹 Happy Heavenly 111th Birthday to the legendary Juanita Moore 🌹 Born in 1914, Juanita Moore broke barriers and redefined excellence in Hollywood long before diversity was even a conversation. Her unforgettable performance in “Imitation of Life” (1959) earned her an Academy Award nomination, making her one of the first Black actresses ever recognized at that level. 🎬✨ She carried grace, strength, and truth into every role — not just acting, but activating change through representation. 🙏🏽 T

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