American comedian and country singer (1912–1996).

Born October 25th, 1912 in Centerville.

Died March 4th, 1996 at 83 years old in Nashville (stroke).

Minnie Riperton

Born November 8th, 1947 in Chicago.

Died July 12th, 1979 at 31 years old

Bessie Smith

Born April 15th, 1894 in Chattanooga.

Died September 26th, 1937 at 43 years old

Minnie Driver

Born January 31st, 1970 in Marylebone.

Peggy Lee

Born May 26th, 1920 in Jamestown.

Died January 21st, 2002 at 81 years old

Ma Rainey

Born April 26th, 1886 in Alabama.

Died December 22nd, 1939 at 53 years old