Ella Fitzgerald was active from 1934 to 1993. Known as the "First Lady of Song" and "Lady Ella," she was an American jazz and song vocalist who interpreted much of the 'Great American Songbook'. After a troubled childhood, Ella Fitzgerald turned to singing and debuted at the Apollo Theater in 1934. Discovered in an amateur contest, she became the top US female jazz singer for over 50 years. |
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