Billie Holiday
Eleanora Fagan
Jazz Singer
Quick Answer: Billie Holiday (Lady Day) was American jazz singer born April 7, 1915. Known for "Strange Fruit," one of greatest jazz vocalists ever, died 1959.
Billie Holiday was a jazz singer born on April 7, 1915 (died July 17, 1959 at age 44).
Biography
Interesting Facts
- Nicknamed "Lady Day" by Lester Young
- Famous for protest song "Strange Fruit"
- Influenced by Louis Armstrong, Bessie Smith
- Battled addiction and racism throughout life
- Died at age 44 in 1959
- One of greatest jazz vocalists ever
- Inducted into Grammy Hall of Fame
- Life portrayed in film "Lady Sings the Blues"
Quick Stats 2026
Birth Date
April 7, 1915
Age
44 years old
Birth Place
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
Country
United States
Height
5'5" (165 cm)
Net Worth
$1 million (at death)
Frequently Asked Questions
Billie Holiday is 44 years old as of 2026, born on April 7, 1915.
As of 2026, Billie Holiday's estimated net worth is $1 million (at death).
Billie Holiday is a Jazz Singer.