Cosby, Camille (1945–)

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Cosby, Camille (1945–)

African-American philanthropist, entrepreneur and foundation executive. Born Camille Olivia Hanks, 1945, in Washington, DC; dau. of Guy and Catherine Hanks; University of Massachusetts, PhD, 1922; m. Bill Cosby (comedian), 1964; children: Erika, Erinn, Ensa, Evin and Ennis Cosby (killed 1997).

Longtime advocate for education and supporter of African-American colleges; with husband, donated $20 million to Spelman College (1988) and over $70 million to others; as husband's business manager, oversees all philanthropic and financial matters; serves as president of COC Productions (for film) and C&J Productions (for stage); produced the documentary No Dreams Deferred (1994).

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