This great singer and actress who lived from 1896-1977 was the first African-American to star on a national radio show. She was sometimes called Sweet Mama Stringbean.
- Abbey Lincoln
- Ethel Waters
- Sarah Vaughan
- Billie Holiday
Answer
The correct answer is B) Ethel Waters.
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