Personal Info
Known For:
Acting
Birthday:
April 8, 1922
Place of Birth:
New City, New York, USA
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Carmen McRae
Biography
Carmen Mercedes McRae (April 8, 1920 – November 10, 1994) was an American jazz singer. She is considered one of the most influential jazz vocalists of the 20th century and is remembered for her behind-the-beat phrasing and ironic interpretation of lyrics.
Known For
Filmography
| Year | Movie | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Jazz Voice - The Ladies sing Jazz Vol.2 | Self (archive footage) |
| 1993 | Umbria Jazz Story | herself |
| 1986 | Jo Jo Dancer, Your Life Is Calling | Grandmother |
| 1984 | The Long Night of Lady Day | |
| 1967 | Hotel | Christine |
| 1960 | The Subterraneans | Carmen McRae |
| 1955 | The Square Jungle | Singer |
| Year | TV Show | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1979 | Roots: The Next Generations | Lila |
| 1971 | The Pearl Bailey Show | Self |
| 1968 | The Dick Cavett Show | Self - Guest |
| 1961 | The Mike Douglas Show | Self |
| 1956 | The Steve Allen Show | Self - Singer |
| 1948 | The Ed Sullivan Show | Self |