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Born: October 31, 1896 in Chester, PA
Years Active: 20 's, 30 's, 40 's, 50 's, 60 's
Died: September 01, 1977 in Chatsworth, CA
Genre: Vocal

Biography:
Ethel Waters had a long and varied career, and was one of the first true jazz singers to record. Defying racism with her talent and bravery, Waters became a stage and movie star in the 1930s and '40s without leaving the U.S. She grew up near Philadel ...More >>

Discography: Favorite Songs Ethel Waters Sings 1990 Tribute To Ethel Waters Ethel Waters [Columbia] 1957 Performing in Person Highlights from Her Illustrious Career More >>

Filmograpy:

2004	Swing Era: Sarah Vaughan
2004	Broadway: The American Musical, Episode 3 - I Got Plenty O' Nuttin' (1929-1942)
1991	Music and Comedy Masters Series
1989	The Ladies Sing the Blues

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