Tuesday, May 06, 1997

Gertrude Saunders

Gertrude Saunders
United States
Classic female blues

Gertrude Saunders (born March 25, 1903—April 1991) was a singer, actress, comedian, and producer of musicals and vaudeville shows. Her most notable role was the original star of the groundbreaking production of Shuffle Along (1921).


appeared on:
Female Blues Singers Vol. 13 R/S (1997) 1921-1931