Pearl Bailey

Pearl Bailey was an American entertainer known for her sultry singing and mischievous humor.

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Profession :

Fiction Writer | Movie Actress | Soundtrack

Birthday :

March 29, 1918

Death Date:

August 17, 1990

Age :

72

Pearl Bailey was a renowned American actress and singer, recognized for her rich, mellow voice and playful humor. She started her career performing in Vaudeville shows and Philadelphia’s black nightclubs in the 1930s before moving on to star in numerous musicals, films, and television shows. Some of her most notable works include the film adaptation of “Carmen Jones,” the Broadway production of “Hello, Dolly!,” and her own CBS sitcom, “The Pearl Bailey Show.” During World War II, Bailey also toured the country with the USO. In 1970, President Richard Nixon appointed her as a goodwill ambassador for the United States. A talented author, Bailey published several books throughout her life, including an autobiography titled “The Raw Pearl.”