Mahalia Jackson

Acting

Born 1911-10-26 · died 1972-01-27 · New Orleans, Louisiana, USA

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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).

Known for

Mahalia Jackson: The Power and the GloryGood Evening Ev'rybody: In Celebration of Louis ArmstrongBlack WoodstockThe Bell Telephone HourSt. Louis BluesSummer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised)The Tonight Show Starring Johnny CarsonMy Music: A Classic ChristmasImitation of LifeDuPont Show of the Month