Horne's career on stage spanned decades. In 1958, she reportedly became the first Black woman to be nominated for a Tony Award in the best actress category.
The Brooks Atkinson Theatre was renamed on Tuesday. It's now the Lena Horne Theatre.She was honored with a Tony in 1981 for her show,"Lena Horne: The Lady and Her Music." The show also earned her two Grammys.
In addition to her time on stage, Horne was a civil rights activist. She fought against racism in the entertainment industry.
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