Carmen McRae

Biography

Carmen Mercedes McRae (April 8, 1920 – November 10, 1994) was an American jazz singer. She is considered one of the most influential jazz vocalists of the 20th century and is remembered for her behind-the-beat phrasing and ironic interpretation of lyrics.

Movies & TV Shows

1. The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962) — Self
2. Jo Jo Dancer, Your Life Is Calling (1986) — Grandmother
3. Roots: The Next Generations (1979) — Lila
4. Hotel (1967) — Christine
5. The Ed Sullivan Show (1948) — Self
6. The Dick Cavett Show (1968) — Self - Guest
7. The Mike Douglas Show (1961) — Self
8. The Subterraneans (1960) — Carmen McRae
9. The Square Jungle (1955) — Singer
10. The Steve Allen Show (1956) — Self - Singer
11. The Long Night of Lady Day (1984)
12. The Pearl Bailey Show (1971) — Self
13. Jazz Voice - The Ladies sing Jazz Vol.2 (2006) — Self (archive footage)
14. Umbria Jazz Story (1993) — herself