Acting
Carmen McRae
Born 1922-04-08
New City, New York, USA
Department: Acting
Biography
Carmen Mercedes McRae (April 8, 1920 – November 10, 1994) was an American jazz singer. She is considered one of the most influential jazz vocalists of the 20th century and is remembered for her behind-the-beat phrasing and ironic interpretation of lyrics.
Known For
Prominent works featuring Carmen McRae
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The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
1962
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The Mike Douglas Show
1961
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The Dick Cavett Show
1968
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The Ed Sullivan Show
1948
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The Steve Allen Show
1956
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Roots: The Next Generations
1979
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Jo Jo Dancer, Your Life Is Calling
1986
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Hotel
1967
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The Square Jungle
1955
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The Subterraneans
1960
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Filmography & Credits
Complete career catalog (15 titles)
| Poster | Title | Character / Role | Type | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Jazz Voice - The Ladies sing Jazz Vol.2 | Self (archive footage) | Movie | 2006 |
| Umbria Jazz Story | herself | Movie | 1993 | |
 | Jo Jo Dancer, Your Life Is Calling | Grandmother | Movie | 1986 |
| The Long Night of Lady Day | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1984 | |
 | The Unpredictable Pudgy! | Herself | Movie | 1983 |
 | Roots: The Next Generations | Lila | TV Series | 1979 |
| The Pearl Bailey Show | Self | TV Series | 1971 | |
 | The Dick Cavett Show | Self - Guest | TV Series | 1968 |
 | Hotel | Christine | Movie | 1967 |
 | The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson | Self | TV Series | 1962 |
 | The Mike Douglas Show | Self | TV Series | 1961 |
 | The Subterraneans | Carmen McRae | Movie | 1960 |
 | The Steve Allen Show | Self - Singer | TV Series | 1956 |
 | The Square Jungle | Singer | Movie | 1955 |
 | The Ed Sullivan Show | Self | TV Series | 1948 |