Mahalia Jackson
Actor
- Born
- October 26, 1911, New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
- Died
- January 27, 1972
- Age
- 60 years old
- Zodiac
- Scorpio
- Total works
- 18 movies, 7 TV shows
- Latest work
- A Taste of Heaven: The Ecstatic Song & Gospel of Maestro Raymond Anthony Myles (2023)
- Genres
- Music,Documentary,History
Mahalia Jackson was an American gospel singer celebrated for her contralto voice and is often referred to as 'The Queen of Gospel.' She recorded approximately 30 albums, primarily with Columbia Records, and achieved numerous gold records. In addition to her musical career, she was an influential civil rights activist, using her platform to advocate for social justice. Jackson's legacy includes her role as a pioneering figure in gospel music and her involvement in the civil rights movement.
