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Ebony Magazine – August 1999 – Halle Berry & Dorothy Dandridge Cover – Good Condition
This August 1999 issue of Ebony Magazine features a striking dual tribute on the cover: Academy Award-winning actress Halle Berry as legendary performer Dorothy Dandridge. As Berry steps into the title role for the HBO film Introducing Dorothy Dandridge, she shares the emotional journey of portraying one of Hollywood’s earliest Black screen icons—and how the role helped her reconnect with parts of herself. Cover photography by Harry Langdon.
Condition: Good. Minor wear consistent with age. The address label has been intentionally blurred. Please refer to listing photos for condition verification. The exact item shown is the one you will receive. This magazine comes in a protective plastic sleeve. Combined shipping available upon request.
Cover Story
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Halle Berry on Becoming Dorothy Dandridge: Berry opens up about the role of a lifetime, her spiritual connection to Dandridge, and how the experience helped her find personal healing (p. 90)
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Who Was the Real Dorothy Dandridge?: A look into the life, legacy, and mysterious death of the screen legend—was it suicide or an accident? (p. 100)
Entertainment & Features
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Exclusive: ER star Eriq La Salle speaks candidly on why he objected to an interracial romance storyline on TV (p. 52)
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How to Make a Million-Seller CD: Top music artists reveal the formula behind creating hit albums (p. 58)
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The Amazing Mase: The rapper surprises fans by leaving hip-hop for faith (p. 72)
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Wynton Marsalis: A rare look into the private life and inner world of the jazz great (p. 84)
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Hollywood’s Hottest Starlets: A spotlight on rising Black actresses breaking barriers (p. 132)
Lifestyle & Family
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Today’s Stepmother: Debunking the myths and exploring modern blended families (p. 40)
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Single and Satisfied: Exploring the lives of contented singles—on their own terms (p. 78)
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Tooth Truth: What every parent should know about their child’s dental health – Nicole Walker (p. 66)
Production Credits
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Cover Photograph: Harry Langdon
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Hair: Linda De Andrea
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Makeup: Laura Mohberg for Cloutier
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Gown & Jewelry: Melley Konanov
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Cover Design: Lewis E. Lee
A meaningful collector’s issue highlighting the legacy of Dorothy Dandridge and Halle Berry’s transformational performance. It also features engaging commentary on culture, music, television, and lifestyle, making it a standout addition to any vintage magazine collection.