Billie Holiday American Singer (1915–1959)
Billie Holiday · actor and songwriter · American
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Biography
Born on 7 April 1915 in Philadelphia, Billie Holiday was an American singer. Billie Holiday died on 17 July 1959 at the age of 44. She performed as part of Billie Holiday and her Orchestra.
The records list further membership in Teddy Wilson and his Orchestra. Released between 1941 and 2007, 24 albums and 5 singles carry her name. All of Me / Romance in the Dark (1941) is the oldest release listed, Remixed and Reimagined (2007) the newest. She worked mainly in jazz and jazz blues. She has released music through Commodore Records.
There are 3 screen credits listed as well, such as The Sound of Jazz (1957) and New Orleans (1947). Her notable work includes God Bless the Child.
Billie Holiday won 12 awards and received 2 nominations on record. Her first award on record is Grammy Hall of Fame in 1975. National Women's Hall of Fame in 2011 is the latest win listed.
Groups and bands
- Billie Holiday and her Orchestra
- Teddy Wilson and his Orchestra
Discography
29 releases| Year | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Remixed and Reimagined | Album |
| 2001 | Lady Day: The Complete Billie Holiday on Columbia 1933–1944 | Album |
| 1997 | The Complete Commodore Recordings | Album |
| 1991 | Lady in Autumn: The Best of the Verve Years | Album |
| 1973 | The Voice of Jazz | Album |
| 1972 | Good Morning Heartache | Single |
| 1961 | The Essential Billie Holiday: Carnegie Hall Concert Recorded Live | Album |
| 1959 | Last Recording | Album |
| 1958 | All or Nothing at All | Album |
| 1958 | At Newport | Album |
| 1958 | Lady in Satin | Album |
| 1958 | Songs for Distingué Lovers | Album |
| 1958 | Stay with Me | Album |
| 1957 | Body and Soul | Album |
| 1956 | Lady Sings the Blues | Album |
Show all 29 releases
| Year | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 1956 | Solitude | Album |
| 1956 | Velvet Mood | Album |
| 1955 | Music for Torching with Billie Holiday | Album |
| 1954 | At Jazz at the Philharmonic | Album |
| 1954 | Billie Holiday | Album |
| 1953 | An Evening with Billie Holiday | Album |
| 1952 | Billie Holiday Sings | Album |
| 1945 | Lover Man (Oh, Where Can You Be?) / That Ole Devil Called Love | Single |
| 1941 | All of Me / Romance in the Dark | Single |
| 1941 | God Bless the Child / Solitude | Single |
| 1941 | St. Louis Blues / Loveless Love | Single |
| A Rare Live Recording Of Billie Holiday | Album | |
| The Complete Commodore & Decca Masters | Album | |
| The Lady Sings | Album |
Awards and nominations
12 won, 2 nominated| Year | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | National Women's Hall of Fame | Won | |
| 2009 | Grammy Hall of Fame | Won | |
| 2008 | Maryland Women's Hall of Fame | Won | |
| 2004 | Grammy Hall of Fame | Won | |
| 2000 | Rock and Roll Hall of Fame | Won | |
| 1999 | Grammy Hall of Fame | Lady in Satin | Won |
| 1988 | Grammy Hall of Fame | Won | |
| 1987 | Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award | Won | |
| 1986 | Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award | Won | |
| 1977 | Grammy Hall of Fame | Won | |
| 1975 | Grammy Hall of Fame | Won | |
| star on Hollywood Walk of Fame | Won | ||
| 1999 | Grammy Award for Best Pop Collaboration with Vocals | Nominated | |
| 1961 | Grammy Award for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance | Nominated |
Filmography
5 credits| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Io sono Tony Scott, ovvero come l'Italia fece fuori il più grande clarinettista del jazz | Film | |
| 1975 | Brother, Can You Spare a Dime? | Film | |
| 1957– | The Sound of Jazz | TV series | |
| 1947 | New Orleans | Film | |
| 1933 | The Emperor Jones | Film |
Personal life
Marriages on record are to http://www.wikidata.org/.well-known/genid/b2b5737cc7b421a46905f5fc2a5d58f0 (1941 to 1947, divorced).
Billie Holiday on Social Media
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Frequently asked questions
How old was Billie Holiday at the time of death?
Billie Holiday died on 17 July 1959 at the age of 44. She was born on 7 April 1915.
What is Billie Holiday known for?
Billie Holiday was known as a former member of Billie Holiday and her Orchestra.
What is Billie Holiday’s nationality?
Billie Holiday was American, born in Philadelphia.
Who was Billie Holiday married to?
Billie Holiday’s marriages on record are to http://www.wikidata.org/.well-known/genid/b2b5737cc7b421a46905f5fc2a5d58f0 (1941 to 1947).
Has Billie Holiday won any awards?
Yes. 12 awards are on record, including National Women's Hall of Fame (2011).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q104358), accessed October 2026
- Follower counts: dated individually above
- Photo: William P. Gottlieb · Public domain
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