Pearl Bailey, an acclaimed singer and actress known for her sultry voice and charismatic stage presence, was born in Newport News, Virginia. Rising to fame in the 1940s, Bailey dazzled audiences on Broadway, in film, and on television. She won a Tony Award for her performance in the all-Black production of Hello, Dolly! and later received the Presidential Medal of Freedom for her contributions to the arts and public service.
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