Mr. Okra

Arthur James Robinson (June 8, 1943 – February 15, 2018), better known as Mr. Okra, was a New Orleans vegetable and fruit vendor who sold while singing from his truck.^[1]^[2] His family has continued the tradition since his death.

He made an appearance in the 2018 drama film Benji.

References

^ Robertson, Campbell (19 February 2018). "Arthur J. Robinson, Known as 'Mr. Okra' to New Orleans, Dies at 74". The New York Times. Retrieved 2018-06-28.
^ "Goodbye, Mr. Okra: New Orleans Remembers Its Singing Vegetable Vendor". NPR.org. Retrieved 2018-06-28.

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[1] Robertson, Campbell (19 February 2018). "Arthur J. Robinson, Known as 'Mr. Okra' to New Orleans, Dies at 74". The New York Times. Retrieved 2018-06-28.

[2] "Goodbye, Mr. Okra: New Orleans Remembers Its Singing Vegetable Vendor". NPR.org. Retrieved 2018-06-28.

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