Billie+Holiday


 * __ Billie Holiday __**


 * Billie Holiday was born on April 7, 1915 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
 * Her birth name was Eleanora Fagan
 * She is considered one of the best jazz singers of all time


 * In 1956, she was arrested for drug charges and was banned from singing at clubs that served alcohol


 * She was “discovered” by producer John Hammond
 * She died on July 18th, 1959


 * In 2000, she was introduced to the rock and roll hall of fame

The reason our lives are better today is because of how many young people she inspired.

By: Georgia B.