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Angela Bassett Draws On Her Love Of Drama And Music In Pixar's 'Soul'

Bassett plays world-renowned jazz saxophonist Dorothea Williams in Disney/Pixar's latest animated film. She talks about that role, as well as the challenges she's faced as a Black woman in Hollywood.

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Other segments from the episode on December 22, 2020

Fresh Air with Terry Gross, December 22, 2020: Interview with Angela Bassett; Review of new Christmas songs.

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