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Eartha Kitt

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Born 17 January 1927. Died 25 December 2008.

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Biography

Eartha Mae Kitt (January 17, 1927 – December 25, 2008) was an American actress, singer, and cabaret star. She was perhaps best known for her highly distinctive singing style and her 1953 hit Christmas song "Santa Baby". Orson Welles once called her the "most exciting woman in the world." She took over the role of Catwoman for the third season of the 1960s Batman television series, replacing Julie Newmar, who was unavailable for the final season.

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  1. Obituary

    Thu 25 Dec 2008 22:25

    Singer Eartha Kitt became a symbol of sultry style

  2. Obituary

    Thu 25 Dec 2008 22:25

    Singer Eartha Kitt became a symbol of sultry style

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  1. Live At Cheltenham Jazz Festival 2008

    Live at the Cheltenham Jazz Festival

    Reviewed by Michael Quinn

    They simply don't make them like Eartha Kitt anymore.

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  1. Santa Baby
    BBC Radio 1 | Greg James 25/12/2009
     

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Live at the Cheltenham Jazz Festival

Live At Cheltenham Jazz Festival

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