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(Dancer)
François "Féral" Benga was a Senegalese dancer and model during the Harlem Renaissance, known for his collaborations with renowned artists like Carl Van Vechten, Richmond Barthé, and George Platt Lynes. He gained fame for his performances at the Folies Bergère in Paris and his role in the avant-garde film "The Blood of a Poet." Benga's influence extended to the literary world, inspiring works like "Africa Dances" by Geoffrey Gorer. He also owned a popular bar in Paris, where he showcased African cabaret performances by university students.
