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Delano Lewis

1938-11-12 – 2023-08-02

Portrait of Delano Lewis
Photograph of Delano E. Lewis, U.S. ambassador to South Africa 1999-2001Credit: US Department of State

Life & Legacy

Delano Eugene Lewis (del-AY-noh; November 12, 1938 – August 2, 2023) was an American attorney, businessman and diplomat. He was the United States ambassador to South Africa from 2000 to 2001, and previously held leadership roles at the Peace Corps and National Public Radio. He was the father of actor Phill Lewis.

Occupation & Career

lawyer, diplomat, businessperson, banker

Education

University of Kansas; Washburn University; Sumner Academy of Arts & Science

Faith & Community

Catholicism

Legacy Highlights

Church

Catholicism

Employer

C&P Telephone · NPR · Peace Corps

Organizations & Memberships

Alpha Phi Alpha

Education & Institutions

Sumner Academy of Arts & Science · University of Kansas · Washburn University

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Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q5253152 — wikidata View source

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