1911Born, New Orleans
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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).
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Imitation of LifeChoir Soloist
The Best ManMahalia Jackson
St. Louis BluesBessie May
Mahalia Jackson: The Power and the Glory
A Taste of Heaven: The Ecstatic Song & Gospel of Maestro Raymond Anthony MylesFilmography
2023A Taste of Heaven: The Ecstatic Song & Gospel of Maestro Raymond Anthony MylesMovie
2005Mahalia Jackson - A Gospel ConfessionMovie
1997Mahalia Jackson: The Power and the GloryMovie
1964The Best ManMahalia JacksonMovie
1959Imitation of LifeChoir SoloistMovie
1958St. Louis BluesBessie MayMovie
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