Elisabeth Welch

Elisabeth Welch
Welch in 1977]
BornFebruary 27, 1904
New York City, US
DiedJuly 15, 2003(2003-07-15) (aged 99)
Northwood, London, England
OccupationsActress, singer, entertainer
Years active1922–1996
Spouse
Luke Smith
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(m. 1928⁠–⁠1936)​

Elisabeth Margaret Welch (February 27, 1904 – July 15, 2003) was an American singer, actress, and entertainer, whose career spanned seven decades. Her best-known songs were "Stormy Weather", "Love for Sale" and "Far Away in Shanty Town". She was American-born, but was based in Britain for most of her career.

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