💨 Abstract

Dame Cleo Laine, a legendary jazz singer with an extensive vocal range and mastery of scat singing, passed away at 97. Known for her rich contralto tone and theatrical performances, she shared stages with icons like Duke Ellington and Frank Sinatra. Her career spanned eight decades, and she was the first British jazz singer to be made a dame. Laine's historic performance at Carnegie Hall and her Grammy win in 1986 highlighted her achievements.

Courtesy: Brooke Ivey Johnson