Ella Fitzgerald_
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Born
Newport News
Birthday
Updated Feb 20, 2026
Details
Birthday
(Wednesday)
Died
Birthplace
Nationality
Languages
American English, English
Spouse
Ray Brown (1947-1953)
Children
1 child: Ray Brown, Jr.
Parents
William Fitzgerald
Residences
St. Albans
Zodiac Sign
♉ Taurus
Chinese Zodiac
蛇 Snake
Popularity
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Career
Career spanning 70 years (1942-2012)
Notable
Career spanning 70 years (1942-2012) -- among the longest-active entertainers in A-tier
Screen debut
First screen credit at age 24
Year context
Born in 1917 -- United States enters World War I; Russian Revolution; Woodrow Wilson was US president
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Filmography (6)
AWARDS (2)
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Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award
1967
WON
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Grammy Awards
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Biography
Ella Jane Fitzgerald was an American singer, songwriter and composer, sometimes referred to as the "First Lady of Song", "Queen of Jazz", and "Lady Ella". She was noted for her purity of tone, impeccable diction, phrasing, timing, intonation, absolute pitch, and a "horn-like" improvisational ability, particularly in her scat singing.
Connections (3)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Ella Fitzgerald?
Ella Fitzgerald was born on and passed away on at the age of 79.
Where was Ella Fitzgerald born?
Ella Fitzgerald was born in Newport News.
What movies or shows has Ella Fitzgerald been in?
Ella Fitzgerald has 6 credits in our database. Notable titles include The music according to Antonio Carlos Jobim (2012), American Masters (1986), Let No Man Write My Epitaph (1960), St. Louis Blues (1958), Pete Kelly's Blues (1955).
Where can I find more information about Ella Fitzgerald?
You can find more about Ella Fitzgerald on Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
