Alice Babs

Jazz Singer

Birthday January 26, 1924

Birth Sign Aquarius

Birthplace Sweden

DEATH DATE Feb 11, 2014 (90)

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About

Swedish singer and actress known for her roles in films like 1952's Dromsemestern and her collaborations with Duke Ellington.

Before Fame

She became the first artist ever to represent Sweden in the Eurovision Song Contest in 1958.

Trivia

She was known for her ability to sing in three octaves, an ability held in high esteem by her peers.

Family Life

She was married to Nils Ivar Sjoblom from 1943 until his death in 2011.

Associated With

She had a long period of collaboration with famed jazz bandleader Duke Ellington.