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Ella Jane Fitzgerald, also known as the "First Lady of Song" and "Queen of Jazz", was an iconic American jazz singer. Her pure tone, perfect pitch, and impeccable diction made her famous both in the jazz world and beyond. She won 14 Grammy Awards, the National Medal of Arts, and the Presidential Medal of Freedom, among many other accolades.
Born in 1917 in Newport News, Virginia, Ella rose to fame in the swing era with her poignant renditions of popular songs. She worked with jazz titans like Louis Armstrong and Duke Ellington, always delivering performances with a captivating combination of warmth and precision.
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