Billie Holiday

Acting · 24 movies · 2 TV shows

Born April 7, 1915

Died July 17, 1959 (aged 44)

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

Biography

Billie Holiday, born Eleanora Fagan, was an American jazz singer with a career spanning nearly thirty years. Nicknamed "Lady Day" by her friend and music partner Lester Young, Holiday had a seminal influence on jazz music and pop singing. Her vocal style, strongly inspired by jazz instrumentalists, pioneered a new way of manipulating phrasing and tempo. She was known for her vocal delivery and improvisational skills. Billie Holiday appeared in four feature films and many television shows.

Known for: Lady Sings the Blues Jazz Sweet Thing

Billie Holiday Movies & TV Shows

All (26) Movies TV Shows

Every movie and TV show featuring Billie Holiday, sorted by how many viewers have rated them, from Lady Sings the Blues, Jazz and Sweet Thing to lesser-known roles. Click any poster to see details and watch it free in HD on MyFlixer. You are on page 1 of 2.