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Teresa Graves was born on January 10, 1948 in Houston, Texas, United States. Public records list Teresa Graves as a film actor, musician and television actor. Death is recorded on October 10, 2002, at the age of 54. Education on record includes Washington Preparatory High School.
My Take
Teresa Graves deserves to be remembered far more than she is. Starring as detective Christie Love in 1974, she became one of the first African-American women to headline a non-stereotypical lead role on U.S. network drama, and I can only imagine the resistance that demanded. She was a true multi-hyphenate, an actress and singer both, and her death at just 54 feels like a real loss. What moves me is the quiet courage of pioneers who walk an unmarked road so that others can follow. The diverse screens we take for granted today rest on backs like hers, and I refuse to forget that.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Teresa Graves
- Name (Japanese)
- テレサ・グレイヴス
- Reading
- てれさ・ぐれいゔす
- Born
- January 10, 1948 – October 10, 2002
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Capricorn / Rat
- Origin
- Houston, Texas, United States
- Occupation
- film actor / actor / musician / television actor
2. Background
- High school
- Washington Preparatory High School
3. Links
4. About this entry
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- Last updated
- 2026-06-21
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.
Frequently asked questions
When was Teresa Graves born?
Born January 10, 1948.
When did Teresa Graves die?
Died October 10, 2002, aged 54.
Where was Teresa Graves from?
Teresa Graves was from Houston, Texas, United States.
What did Teresa Graves do?
Teresa Graves worked as film actor, actor, musician, television actor.
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