Sarah Breedlove Biography
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Sarah Breedlove |
| Date of Birth | 23 December 1867 |
| Place of Birth | Delta, Louisiana, U.S. |
| Date of Death | 25 May 1919 |
| Place of Death | Irvington, New York, U.S. |
| Citizenship / Country of Residence | United States |
| Education | Limited formal education |
| Profession | Entrepreneur, Philanthropist, Activist |
| Years of Activity | c. 1906-1919 |
| Brief Information | Sarah Breedlove, known as Madam C.J. Walker, was an American entrepreneur, philanthropist, and political and social activist. She established a successful line of hair care products for African American women, building a substantial business empire. Walker is recognized as one of the first American self-made female millionaires, using her wealth to advance various philanthropic causes and advocate for civil rights. |