Tributes are pouring in for the renowned orator and teacher who passed away on Saturday. Freeman's children confirmed that he died from natural causes, just weeks ahead of his 101st birthday later this month, according to The Houston Chronicle.
Freeman also taught Reps. Barbara Jordan and Mickey Leland, as well as Grammy Award-winning singer Yolanda Adams. Texas Southern University professor Thomas Freeman speaks outside his office, June 18, 2002, in Houston.He was tapped by Oscar-winner Denzel Washington to work with young actors for the 2007 film"The Great Debaters," which tells the real-life story of a 1930s black debate squad that defeats an all-white team.
When asked about racism in America, Freeman said that"unless something is done to stem the tide, we're going to be suffering for a long time."
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