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On the week of August 8, 1928, Chenault made his debut appearance on the stage of the Harlem
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Chenault was heavily associated with the race film movement, both from his recurring roles in
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Chenault joined multiple acting troupes throughout his life, the first one being Al G. Field's Negro
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