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Cleo Laine

Acting

Born October 28, 1927 · Middlesex, England, UK

Died July 24, 2025

Biography

Cleo Laine was a British jazz singer and actress known for her scat singing and vocal range.

Awards & recognition

  • Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire · 1997
  • Theatre World Award · 1986
  • Officer of the Order of the British Empire · 1979
  • honorary Master of Arts · 1975
  • BBC Jazz Awards
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  • Tony AwardBest Actress in a Musical · 1986 · nominated

Filmography9 titles