Born Emily Bryant October 14, 1927 in Oakland California she was known as "The Black Marilyn Monroe" and "The Bronze Bombshell.
She was the first dark-skinned black woman to be a national sex symbol and she could sing at a 45 octave range.
At 28 years old she quit show business (refusing to be its next victim), she turned to religion and reemerged reinvented as a trained classical artist 10 years later as a leading lady in the NY city opera touring internationally.
It is also interesting to note that she was the vocal coach for Phyllis Hyman and Jennifer Holliday.
She is still living to this day, she is 92 years old.
She was the first dark-skinned black woman to be a national sex symbol and she could sing at a 45 octave range.
At 28 years old she quit show business (refusing to be its next victim), she turned to religion and reemerged reinvented as a trained classical artist 10 years later as a leading lady in the NY city opera touring internationally.
It is also interesting to note that she was the vocal coach for Phyllis Hyman and Jennifer Holliday.
She is still living to this day, she is 92 years old.
(Custom products are ordered as they are purchased, expect 3-4 weeks for delivery)
Crossbody:
* 9.88 Oz. Polyester fabric front and oxford fabric back.
* Total 2 interior pockets and 2 zipper pockets.
* Adjustable fabric shoulder strap for easy and comfortable carrying.
* Single zippered top closure.
* Approx. dimensions: 11.8"(W) * 9.45"(H) * 3.5"(D)
Handbag:
* 17.86 Oz. Designed for fashion lady, stylish and personalized.
* Made from canvas material and high-grade PU leather.
* Lined interior features backwall zippered, large capacity.
* Double PU leather handles, measures approximately 13.4"(L) x 6.3"(W) x 9.0"(H).