Ella Fitzgerald

Sexy Aliens

If all space invaders looked like this, we'd be in trouble.

Model and Dancing with the Stars contestant Joanna Krupa

Team Edward or Team Jacob?

Nationality: American

Birthdate: 04/25/1917

Birthplace: Newport News, Virginia, USA

Death Date: 06/15/1996

Maggie Jackson

Flora

Herself

Year

Milestone

1918

Moved with mother and mother's boyfriend Joseph Da Silva to Yonkers, New York (date approximate)

1932

Upon mother's death, moved to Harlem (NYC) to live with aunt

1934

Made stage singing debut in amateur contest at the Apollo Theater; won first prize

Hired by Chick Webb to sing with his orchestra

1935

Had first hit recording with "A-Tisket A-Tasket"

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