Josephine Baker Quotes

A collection of quotes by Josephine Baker.

Josephine Baker (1906-1975) was an influential American-born French entertainer, civil rights activist, and French Resistance member during World War II. Known for her charismatic stage presence and unique dance style, she gained fame as a performer in Paris during the 1920s. Baker became an international symbol of Black beauty and talent, challenging racial barriers in showbiz. Beyond her entertainment career, she actively fought against segregation and discrimination in the United States, participating in the Civil Rights Movement. Later in her life, Baker adopted 12 children from different ethnic backgrounds, forming her "Rainbow Tribe" family.

Surely the day will come when color means nothing more than

Surely the day will come when color means nothing more than the skin tone, when religion is seen uniquely as a way to speak one's soul, when birth places have the weight of a throw of the dice and all men are born free, when understanding breeds love and brotherhood.

Josephine Baker


The things we truly love stay with us always, locked in our

The things we truly love stay with us always, locked in our hearts as long as life remains.

Josephine Baker

Life Love Inspirational

I believe in prayer. It's the best way we have to draw stren

I believe in prayer. It's the best way we have to draw strength from heaven.

Josephine Baker

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