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Ralph Cooper
1908–1992
United States
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Ralph Cooper (January 16, 1908 – August 4, 1992) was an American actor, screenwriter, dancer and choreographer. Cooper is best known as the original master of ceremonies and founder of amateur night at the Apollo Theater in Harlem, New York City, in 1935. He wrote, produced, directed and acted in ten motion pictures.
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