Born in the UK, this this singing beauty was discovered by her husband John Dankworth. She sang and acted on the British stage with Robert Morley and Ruth Gordon. She recorded Porgy and Bess” with Ray Charles.
- Betty Carter
- Betsy Everett
- Cleo Laine
- Peggy Lee
Answer
The correct answer is C) Cleo Laine.
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