Etta Moten Barnett
American actress and contralto vocalist
Died when: 102 years 58 days (1225 months)Star Sign: Scorpio
Etta Moten Barnett (November 5, 1901 – January 2, 2004) 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.
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