American singer and actress
Born: January 17, 1927
Died: December 25, 2008
Eartha Kitt (1927–2008) was a multifaceted American entertainer, celebrated for her contributions as a singer, dancer, actress, and activist. Born in North, South Carolina, Kitt faced a challenging childhood marked by poverty and discrimination. Her talents were discovered during a high school performance, leading her to pursue a career in the arts.
Kitt gained international fame for her distinctive voice, sensuous demeanor, and captivating stage presence. Her breakthrough came with the 1953 recording of “C’est Si Bon” and the iconic holiday hit “Santa Baby.” As an actress, she earned a Tony nomination for her role in the 1978 Broadway production of “Timbuktu!” and received two Daytime Emmy Awards for her voice work in children’s television.
Beyond her artistic achievements, Kitt was a vocal advocate for civil rights and spoke out against the Vietnam War. Her bold stance led to professional setbacks in the United States during the 1960s, but she continued to thrive in Europe. In the later years of her career, Kitt found renewed success with film and television roles, including her memorable portrayal of Catwoman in the 1960s “Batman” TV series.
Eartha Kitt’s legacy endures as a trailblazing artist and activist who defied societal norms, leaving an indelible mark on the world of entertainment.
Eartha Kitt’s 5 most popular quotes
- It’s all about falling in love with yourself and sharing that love with someone who appreciates you, rather than looking for love to compensate for a self-love deficit.
- I have used all the manure that has been thrown at me as fertilizer to make me stronger.
- I’ve never felt that fear is my enemy. Fear is my friend. It offers me a chance to stay alert, keep growing, and continue creating something new. If you don’t take that sort of risk, you learn nothing.
- I fall in love with myself, and I want someone to share it with me. And I want someone to share me with me.
- The river is constantly turning and bending and you never know where it’s going to go and where you’ll wind up. Following the bend in the river and staying on your own path means that you are on the right track. Don’t let anyone deter you from that.
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