What is Etta Moten's full name?
Etta Moten
Etta Moten nickname(s):
Etta Moten Barnett
Etta Moten date of birth:
November 5, 1901
How old was Etta Moten when died?
102
Where was Etta Moten born?
Weimar, Texas, USA
When did Etta Moten die?
January 2, 2004
Where did Etta Moten die?
Chicago, Illinois, USA
Why did Etta Moten die?
Pancreatic Cancer
Etta Moten body shape:
Average
What color are Etta Moten's eyes?
Brown - Dark
What color is Etta Moten's hair?
Black
Is Etta Moten gay or straight?
Straight
What religion is Etta Moten?
Methodist
What is Etta Moten's ethnicity?
Black
What is Etta Moten nationality?
American
Where did Etta Moten go to university?
University of Kansas , Western University
What is Etta Moten's occupation?
Actress, Singer, U.S. cultural representative in Africa
Etta Moten claim to fame:
First African-American stage and screen star to sing and perform at the White House
Who is Etta Moten's father?
Rev. Freeman F. Moten
Who is Etta Moten's mother?
Ida Moten
Short Biography
Etta Moten Barnett (November 5, 1901 – January 2, 2004) was an American actress and contralto vocalist, who was identified with her signature role of "Bess" in Porgy and Bess. She created new roles for African-American women on stage and screen. After her performing career, Barnett was active in Chicago as a major philanthropist and civic activist, raising funds for and supporting cultural, social and church institutions.