Ethel Waters
1896–1977 (age 81)
Singer/Actress
Biography
Ethel Waters (1896–1977) was a luminous singer and actress whose artistry broke barriers across stage, radio, and film, bringing her distinctive voice to jazz, blues, and Broadway musicals.
On and off stage she inspired audiences with her resilience, mentoring younger artists and supporting civic causes, leaving an enduring legacy celebrated at Forest Lawn Memorial Park.