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Which African American musician had his own television show in the 1950s?

Select the best answer from the choices provided.
A.
Antoine “Fats” Domino
B.
Miles Davis
C.
“Count” Basie
D.
Nat King Cole

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D. Nat King Cole. The Nat King Cole Show debuted in 1956, making singer and jazz pianist Nat "King" Cole the first black man to host a nationally televised variety program.
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