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Dexter Scott King

Dexter Scott King (January 30, 1961 – January 22, 2024) was an American activist and actor. He was the younger son of civil rights leaders Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King.

  • Early Life and Education: Dexter King was born in Atlanta, Georgia. He attended Morehouse College, the same institution his father and maternal grandfather attended.

  • Activism and Legacy: He dedicated his life to preserving and promoting his parents' legacy. He served as chairman of the King Center, the official memorial dedicated to his father. He was also involved in various other organizations focused on civil rights and social justice.

  • Actor: Beyond his activism, King also pursued acting. He portrayed his father in the 2002 television movie The Rosa Parks Story.

  • Death: Dexter Scott King died on January 22, 2024, at the age of 62, after battling prostate cancer.