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Etta Moten Barnett

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American singer, actress, and activist (1901-2004)

United StatesActorsLived 1901 to 2004 · aged 102
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Etta Moten Barnett was an American actress and contralto vocalist, who was identified with her signature role of "Bess" in Porgy and Bess. She created new roles for African-American women on stage and screen.

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Moten Barnett in 1936Moten Barnett in 1936

Awards 3

1983Candace Award
1983honorary degree from Spelman College
1979Black Filmmakers Hall of Fame

Connected to Etta 6

Hall JohnsonAlso won Black Filmmakers Hall of FameRuth SimmonsAlso won honorary degree from Spelman CollegeEthel L. PayneAlso won Candace AwardLerone Bennett, Jr.Also won Candace AwardCardiss CollinsAlso won honorary degree from Spelman CollegeJeni Le GonAlso won Black Filmmakers Hall of Fame

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Etta Moten Barnett was an American actress and contralto vocalist, who was identified with her signature role of "Bess" in Porgy and Bess. She created new roles for African-American women on stage and screen. After her performing career, Barnett was active in Chicago as a major philanthropist and civic activist, raising funds for and supporting cultural, social, and church institutions. She also hosted a radio program in Chicago and represented the United States in several official delegations to nations in Africa.

Country
United States
Category
Actors
Type
Actor
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1901 to 2004 · aged 102
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8 languages

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