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Moore was born Beatrice Melba Hill in a Harlem hospital to Beatrice Melba Smith [1] (sources differ) in New York City to Gertrude Melba Smith (1920–1976), who was a singer professionally known as Bonnie Davis and Teddy Hill (1909–1978), a big band leader. [10] Moore grew up in the Harlem section of New York until age nine, when her mother ...
Aug 10, 2023 · It was a particularly significant moment for Melba Moore, who finally received a coveted star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame this week at 77. Speaking of the honour on her Instagram page, the icon ...
Jul 5, 2023 · Trailblazing musician and actress Melba Moore is being celebrated this year with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, on top of receiving the Joseph R. Biden Lifetime Achievement Award last year.
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Melba Moore is a four-time Grammy nominee and one-time Tony Award winner for her role in Purlie. She has also starred in musicals, TV shows, and films, such as Hair, Falcon Crest, and The Fighting Temptations.
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Mar 31, 2023 · Brunner: Last year was the 50th anniversary of your summer variety series The Melba Moore/Clifton Davis Hour on CBS. In 1972, you were the first African American female entertainer to host a ...
Melba Moore playlist. What a legend and I hope you enjoy this collection of classics and her best hits.