Born:
April 7, 1915
Died:
July 17, 1959
Age:
44
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Summary

Eleanora Fagan (April 7, 1915 – July 17, 1959), better known as Billie Holiday, was an African American jazz singer with a career spanning nearly thirty years. Nicknamed "Lady Day" by her friend and music partner Lester Young, Holiday had a seminal influence on jazz music and pop singing. Her vocal style, strongly inspired by jazz instrumentalists, pioneered a new way of manipulating phrasing and tempo. She was known for her vocal delivery and improvisational skills.

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Billie Holiday in court in late 1949. She was brought to court over a contract dispute.
Billie Holiday in court in late 1949. She was brought to court over a contract dispute.
  
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