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Following their 1962 divorce, Dinah faced further challenges when Capitol Records dropped her from their label, an unexpected blow that coincided with her tumultuous personal life. However, she experienced another brief marriage to tennis player Maurice F. Smith that ended within a year due to claims of mistreatment.

Resurgence and Reinvention

With her children growing up, Dinah made a victorious return to television in the 1970s, capturing audiences’ attention with her own variety show, "Dinah's Place." Her engaging format that encouraged guests to share their skills resonated with viewers, solidifying her status in the entertainment industry.