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Abbey Lincoln

American singer (1930-2010) · United States · On the map · Musicians · Died at 80

Anna Marie Wooldridge, known professionally as Abbey Lincoln, was an American jazz vocalist, songwriter, and actress. She was a civil rights activist beginning in the 1960s. Lincoln made a career out of delivering deeply felt presentations of standards, as well as writing and singing her own material.

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Awards

Black Filmmakers Hall of Fame1975
NEA Jazz Masters

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Country
United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1930 to 2010 · aged 80

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