Hadda Brooks
Born:October 29, 1916
Place of Birth:Boyle Heights, Los Angeles, California, USA
Died:November 21, 2002
Known For:Acting
Biography
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Hadda Brooks (October 29, 1916 – November 21, 2002) was an American pianist, vocalist and composer. Her first single, "Swingin' the Boogie", which she composed, was issued in 1945. She was billed as "Queen of the Boogie". She sang at Hawaii's official statehood ceremony in 1959 and was reportedly asked for a private audience by Pope Pius XII.
Filmography
Acting
The Thirteenth Floor
Lounge Piano Player
1999
In a Lonely Place
Singer
1950