Pittsburgh's Finest! George Benson, embracing Phyllis after her performance at Mikell's in July 1980. The line before the show extended down the block; a young Ray Chew was her musical director; and not only Mr. Benson, the iconic Miles Davis dropped by to watch her perform. 🤩 🎶The Sunshine In My Life | Phyllis Hyman
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Pittsburgh's Finest! George Benson, embracing Phyllis after her performance at Mikell's in July 1980. The line before the show extended down the block; a young Ray Chew was her musical director; and not only Mr. Benson, the iconic Miles Davis dropped by to watch her perform. 🤩 🎶The Sunshine In My Life | Phyllis Hyman
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Phyllis tells the story of when Gregory Hines was temporarily fired from the Broadway smash "Sophisticated Ladies." The audio is from the 1982 Fresh Air interview on NPR. | Phyllis Hyman
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Phyllis tells the story of when Gregory Hines was temporarily fired from the Broadway smash "Sophisticated Ladies." The audio is from the 1982 Fresh Air interview on NPR. | Phyllis Hyman
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In this 1987 clip, Phyllis discusses her relationship with then-boyfriend, Tad Fennar, and her feelings about marriage and children. | Phyllis Hyman
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In this 1987 clip, Phyllis discusses her relationship with then-boyfriend, Tad Fennar, and her feelings about marriage and children. | Phyllis Hyman
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Phyllis was proud of her work in the film The Kill Reflex. It was her first speaking role, and she gave what the role had supposed to had gave. Thank you, Fred "The Hammer" Williamson, for giving her the opportunity. #suicidepreventionmonth | Phyllis Hyman
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Phyllis was proud of her work in the film The Kill Reflex. It was her first speaking role, and she gave what the role had supposed to had gave. Thank you, Fred "The Hammer" Williamson, for giving her the opportunity. #suicidepreventionmonth | Phyllis Hyman
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It was simple for Phyllis. The black community helped put her on the map, so she hired the people who put her there. Credit: Ebony/Jet Showcase 1987 | Phyllis Hyman
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It was simple for Phyllis. The black community helped put her on the map, so she hired the people who put her there. Credit: Ebony/Jet Showcase 1987 | Phyllis Hyman
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Phyllis had always held the first African-American Super Model, Naomi Sims, in high regard ever since their high school days in the All City Choir. And it's easy to understand why Phyllis continued her admiration for Naomi throughout the years. In the late 60s, Naomi was the first AA model to grace the covers of Ladies' Home Journal and Life Magazine. She never accepted a "no" from anyone, promoting herself when modeling agencies turned her down. She refused movie roles she felt were undermining
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Phyllis had always held the first African-American Super Model, Naomi Sims, in high regard ever since their high school days in the All City Choir. And it's easy to understand why Phyllis continued her admiration for Naomi throughout the years. In the late 60s, Naomi was the first AA model to grace the covers of Ladies' Home Journal and Life Magazine. She never accepted a "no" from anyone, promoting herself when modeling agencies turned her down. She refused movie roles she felt were undermining
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Phyllis's entree into the world of radio began with her long-standing friendship with Maye Hampton James-Holler, who took Phyllis's 1976 song, "Baby", to radio. Maye was the VP of promotions at Desert Moon/Roadshow Records - the first label to sign Phyllis. Sadly, Maye passed away earlier this month. Thank you, Maye, for all you did for Phyllis. Sweet rest. 💐 Phyllis's photo is a promotional picture from Roadshow Records. Maye's photo credit the Legacy website. | Phyllis Hyman
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Phyllis's entree into the world of radio began with her long-standing friendship with Maye Hampton James-Holler, who took Phyllis's 1976 song, "Baby", to radio. Maye was the VP of promotions at Desert Moon/Roadshow Records - the first label to sign Phyllis. Sadly, Maye passed away earlier this month. Thank you, Maye, for all you did for Phyllis. Sweet rest. 💐 Phyllis's photo is a promotional picture from Roadshow Records. Maye's photo credit the Legacy website. | Phyllis Hyman
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Phyllis was no overnight success. Before the fame, she and her band played in small clubs, parks, parking lots, and at grand openings...she honed her craft. | Phyllis Hyman
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Phyllis Diller in the early days of her standup comedy career. Here in 1960 appearing on Playboy After Dark. She was still developing her persona. #phyllisdiller #1960s #humblebeginnings | The Phyllis Diller
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Phyllis speaks on how her versatility grew while working in Sophisticated Ladies. | Phyllis Hyman
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A master at her craft. Pure brilliance! 🎥Phyllis Hyman | Take The A Train | Live 1980 | Black Music Archive LIVE! | Youtube | Phyllis Hyman
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Pittsburgh's Finest! George Benson is one of the most influential jazz guitarists and singers of our time. It was quite an honor for Phyllis to have his support. "It's been really beautiful having people like Natalie Cole and George Benson - who's another Pittsburgh-born performer - come up to me and tell me I'm next in line...People like George are great. They're a real inspiration to me because there are times when I feel insecure about what I'm doing..." - Phyllis Hyman, Black Music & Jazz Re
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Phylis’s Hyman #blackwomen #phyllishyman #mental #mentalhealth | Phyllis Hyman
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Phyllis Hyman's Legacy: Heckles and Heartfelt Moments
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treat her like a lady 🎀 #80s #blackwomen #vintage #nostalgia #fyp | Phyllis Hyman
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This Unsung clip gives some insight into Phyllis's mental illness and addictions as told by her therapist, Portia Hunt; her sister, who recently passed, Jeannie Hyman RIP; and her former manager, Glenda Gracia. If you or someone you know is showing signs of suicidal ideation/thoughts or threatening suicide, call 988 - The Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. Help is available. #suicidepreventionmonth | Phyllis Hyman
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The Life and Legacy of Phyllis Hyman: A Deep Dive
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Phyllis Diller on how her cigarette holder was part of her comedy act. | American Masters
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