S29·E6 Althea
- Episode
- Season 29, Episode 6
- Air Date
- September 4, 2015
- Runtime
- 90 minutes
- Score
- 1/10 (1 TMDB votes)
- Story Type
- Core Character Arc
Synopsis
This is the story of Althea Gibson (1927-2003), a truant from the rough streets of Harlem, who emerged as the unlikely queen of the highly segregated tennis world in the 1950s. She was the first African American to play and win at Wimbledon and the U.S. Nationals (precursor of the U.S. Open) — a decade before Arthur Ashe. Interviewees include Wimbledon champion Dick Savitt and Billie Jean King.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 29 Episode 6 of American Masters air?
Season 29, Episode 6 ('Althea') originally aired on September 4, 2015.
How long is Season 29 Episode 6 ('Althea')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 90 minutes.
What happens in American Masters Season 29 Episode 6?
This is the story of Althea Gibson (1927-2003), a truant from the rough streets of Harlem, who emerged as the unlikely queen of the highly segregated tennis world in the 1950s. She was the first African American to play and win at Wimbledon and the U.S. Nationals (precursor of the U.S. Open) — a dec...
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