Biography
Josephine Baker (1906–1975) was a French dancer and singer from St. Louis. Her death was on 12 April 1975, at the age of 68. The recorded cause of death is cerebral hemorrhage.
Career
Josephine Baker’s releases on record are 5 albums and one single between 1957 and 1959. She released Revoir Paris (1957) early on, and Paris mes amours (1959) is the latest entry. The style on record is cabaret and music hall. Record labels on file include Columbia Records.
Josephine Baker had 7 screen credits too, including Carousel of Variety (1955) and False Alarm (1945). Work listed as notable includes Les mémoires de Joséphine Baker.
Recognition
Her awards include the Knight of the Legion of Honour (1957). Her other honours include the Croix de guerre 1939–1945 (1957) and the Commemorative medal for voluntary service in Free France. In total, she received 4 awards.
Personal life
Marriages on record are to Jean Lion (1937 to 1957, widowed) and Jo Bouillon (1947 to 1961). She had 12 children on record.
Discography
6 releases| Year | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 1959 | N°1 | Album |
| 1959 | Paris mes amours | Single |
| 1958 | Minuit | Album |
| 1957 | Revoir Paris | Album |
| Dis-Moi Joséphine | Album | |
| Le Marchand De Bonheur | Album |
Awards and nominations
4 won, 0 nominated| Year | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1957 | Croix de guerre 1939–1945 | Won | |
| 1957 | Knight of the Legion of Honour | Won | |
| Commemorative medal for voluntary service in Free France | Won | ||
| Médaille commémorative de la guerre 1939–1945 | Won |
Filmography
8 credits| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | Zelig | Film | |
| 1955 | Carousel of Variety | Film | |
| 1945 | False Alarm | Film | |
| 1935 | Princess Tam Tam | Film | |
| 1934 | Zouzou | Film | |
| 1928 | Le pompier des Folies Bergères | Film | |
| 1927 | Parisian Pleasures | Film | |
| 1927 | Siren of the Tropics | Film |
Josephine Baker Photos
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Photo: Agence de presse Meurisse · Public domain · Wikimedia Commons
Frequently asked questions
How old was Josephine Baker at the time of death?
Josephine Baker died on 12 April 1975 at the age of 68. She was born on 3 June 1906.
What was Josephine Baker’s cause of death?
According to Wikidata, Josephine Baker died on 12 April 1975; the recorded cause of death is cerebral hemorrhage.
What is Josephine Baker’s nationality?
Josephine Baker was French, born in St. Louis.
Who was Josephine Baker married to?
Josephine Baker’s marriages on record are to Jo Bouillon (1947 to 1961) and Jean Lion (1937 to 1957).
Has Josephine Baker won any awards?
Yes. 4 awards are on record, including Croix de guerre 1939–1945 (1957).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q151972), accessed October 2026
- Photo: Studio Harcourt · Public domain
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