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More singles followed, and in February 1957, Bassey had her first hit with " The Banana Boat Song ", which reached No. 8 in the UK Singles Chart. [ 5 ] Following a successful run at the Café de Paris, London, Bassey made her American stage début in Las Vegas at El Rancho Vegas in February 1957. [ 35 ]
Mar 22, 2024 · John Ridley’s “Shirley” examines the 1972 presidential campaign of Shirley Chisholm (Regina King), the first Black woman to be elected to Congress, and the first woman to campaign for the Democratic nomination for President.
Shirley Bassey is a Welsh singer renowned for her strident sultry voice, sequined gowns, and lavish jewelry. She was a forerunner of the score of pop music divas who emerged in the last decades of the 20th century.
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Jul 10, 2024 · 10 July 2024. Dame Shirley Bassey is known across the globe for her belting vocal and sequined dresses, with a career spanning seven decades. Born in Tiger Bay, she signed her first professional...
Mar 22, 2024 · The ending of Shirley (2024) on Netflix is a vindication of Shirley Chisholm’s choice to run for president, even if it was a long shot. The message is about dreaming big and not giving up; that you can achieve great things, even if you don’t win.
Mar 31, 2024 · Shirley Chisholm made a trailblazing run for the 1972 Democratic presidential nomination as the first Black major-party candidate. Shirley's campaign resonated with a wide audience and earned her...
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Apr 2, 2014 · A world-famous singer with a big voice and a glamorous reputation, Shirley Bassey has recorded numerous hits, including three James Bond theme songs. Updated: May 25, 2021 5:30 PM EDT (1937-)
