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Marian Anderson: The Whole World in Her Hands

Full-Length Season American Masters Season 36 Episode 2 1:53:01 Premiered 20220208

Explore the life of the famous singer who became an icon for the civil rights movement.

Discover an international singer who captivated royalty in Europe and defied the conscience of 1939 America. Watch rare archival footage and hear audio recordings exploring her life and career from the Metropolitan Opera to the State Department.

Discover an international singer who captivated royalty in Europe and defied the conscience of 1939 America. Watch rare archival footage and hear audio recordings exploring her life and career from the Metropolitan Opera to the State Department.

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