Performer was first black actor to land leading role at National Theatre and to be cast in regular role on UK soap operaThe “trailblazing” actor Cleo Sylvestre has died aged 79, her agent has confirmed.Sylvestre, also known as Cleopatra Palmer, had been a feature of film, stage, television and music since the 1960s, and played Melanie Harper, Meg Richardson’s adopted daughter, in ITV’s Crossroads – making her the first black actor to have a regular leading role in a UK soap opera. She was also the first black actor to land a leading role at the National Theatre. Continue reading…
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‘Trailblazing’ TV, film and stage actor Cleo Sylvestre dies aged 79
