Harlem’s Ulysses “Slow Kid” Thompson, The Master Of Slow-Motion Dance And Husband To Diva Florence Mills
Ulysses “Slow Kid” Thompson, August 28, 1888 – March 17, 1990, was a comedian, singer, tap and acrobatic dancer in Harlem, NY.
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Harlem’s Florence Mills The “Queen Of Happiness,” Who Marked The Beginning Of The Harlem Renaissance, 1896 – 1927
Florence Mills, born Florence Winfrey; January 25, 1896 – November 1, 1927, this Harlem resident was billed as the “Queen of Happiness”, billed as a cabaret singer, dancer, and comedian – becoming the world first it girl!
Re-Name The 135th Street Plaza In St. Nicholas Park After Legendary Harlemite Florence Mills
By Savona Bailey-McClain Florence Mills, known as the “Queen of Happiness” was one of the most successful entertainers of the 1920s.
What To Do In Hoboken This Weekend
Hoboken is a fantastic little area in New Jersey that’s almost 175 years old.
Harlem Real Estate Developer Meyer R. Bimberg Known As “Bim The Button Man,” 1903
Meyer R. Bimberg lived in Harlem, died on March 25, 1908, he was a successful seller of campaign buttons and a theatre builder.
Harold Nicholas, The Legendary Harlem Dancer Specializing In Tap, 1921 – 2000
The incredible Harold Lloyd Nicholas, March 27, 1921 – July 3, 2000, was a legendary Harlem dancer specializing in tap.
Harlemite Frank Henry Loesser, Guys And Dolls Writer, Tony And Pulitzer Prize Winner, 1910 – 1969
Frank Henry Loesser, June 29, 1910 – July 28, 1969, was a songwriter who lived in Harlem, New York.
Bindlestiff Family Cirkus To Launch Flatbed Follies, Bringing World-Class Talent From Harlem To Hollis
New York City’s acclaimed variety arts ensemble, the Bindlestiff Family Cirkus, presents Flatbed Follies.
The Legendary Paul “Wabash” Dresser, Wealthy Entertainer, Songwriter, And Publisher In Harlem, 1857 – 1906
Harlemite Paul Dresser, born April 22, 1857 – January 30, 1906, was a singer, songwriter, and comedic actor of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.
Legendary Harlem Jazz Trumpeter, Singer, And Bandleader Doc Cheatham, 1905 – 1997 (Video)
Adolphus Anthony Cheatham, better known as Doc Cheatham June 13, 1905 – June 2, 1997, was an American jazz trumpeter, singer, and bandleader who lived at 50 West 106th Street in Harlem, New York.
The Legendary Marx Brothers, Chico, Harpo, Groucho, Gummo, And Zeppo Born In Harlem, 1905
Harlem Marx Brothers were a family comedy act that was successful in vaudeville, on Broadway, and in motion pictures from 1905 to 1949.
Harlem’s Ed Sullivan, From The Ed Sullivan Show, 1901 – 1974
Edward Vincent “Ed” Sullivan, September 28, 1901 – October 13, 1974, was a US entertainment writer and television host, best known as the presenter of the television variety program The Toast of the Town, now usually remembered under its second name, The Ed Sullivan Show.
Harlem’s Trailblazing, Lillyn Brown,” The Kate Smith Of Harlem” 1885 – 1969
Harlem’s Lillyn Brown, born Lillian Thomas; April 24, 1885 – June 8, 1969, sometimes credited as Lillyan Brown.
Trixie Smith, The Legendary Harlem Blues Singer 1895 -1943
Trixie Smith, c.1885/1895 – September 21, 1943, was an American blues singer, recording artist, vaudeville entertainer, and actress who lived in Harlem.
Let Harlem Fave Nina Simone Put A Spell On You With This New Release
Harlem fave Nina Simone‘s classic 1965 albums I Put a Spell on You and Pastel Blues will be released as definitive audiophile-grade versions.