Josephine Baker was one of the most charismatic performers of the twentieth century, and "remained one of the biggest stars in international entertainment until her death in 1975."
Josephine Baker (or Josйphine Baker in francophone countries) (June 3, 1906 – April 12, 1975) was an American-born French entertainer, and international star of stage, screen and song.
Her second marriage was to Will Baker, briefly in 1921, at which time she changed her name officially to Josephine Baker.
Josephine Baker was born Freda Josephine McDonald on June 3, 1906 in St. Louis, Missouri, the daughter of Carrie McDonald.