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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Kevin E G Perry

‘My history is American history’: Morgan Freeman explains why he detests Black History Month

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Morgan Freeman has dismissed the idea of Black History Month, saying: “My history is American history.”

The 87-year-old The Shawshank Redemption and Seven star had previously called the annual event, which is observed throughout February, an “insult”.

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