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Mahalia Jackson

Mahalia Jackson

Birthday: 1911-10-26 | Place of Birth: New Orleans, Louisiana, USA

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Mahalia Jackson (October 26, 1911 – January 27, 1972) was an American gospel singer. Possessing a contralto voice, she was referred to as "The Queen of Gospel". She became one of the most influential gospel singers in the world and was heralded internationally as a singer and civil rights activist. She recorded about 30 albums (mostly for Columbia Records) during her career, and her 45 rpm records included a dozen "golds" (million-sellers).

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Known For

Acting

Year
Title

Role

1964
The Best Man

as    Mahalia Jackson

1958
St. Louis Blues

as    Bessie May