Black History Month 2019: Spike Lee

Spike LeeToday for Black History Month, we are highlighting the director Spike Lee.

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Birth Date: March 20, 1957

Hometown: Brooklyn, New York

Fun Facts:

• Spike Lee directed popular films like She’s Gotta Have It, Malcolm X, Black Kkklansman, and Do the Right Thing
• Spike Lee attended Morehouse College (earning a Bachelor’s degree) and New York University (earning a Master’s degree)
• Spike Lee is a huge sports fan, favoring the New York Knicks and the New York Yankees
• Spike Lee is married to Tonya Lewis and has 2 kids
• Spike Lee has won 2 Emmy Awards and recently won an Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay
• Spike Lee has become known for telling the stories of African Americans on film and addressing tough issues like racism

We thank you for you contributions Spike Lee.

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