Pearl Bailey married her husband 4 days after meeting him! How her white husband passed as a Haitian

[@KarineAlourde]

“You must change in order to survive..” -Pearl Bailey Watch the gorgeous Phyllis Hyman NEXT kzbin.info/www/bejne/rIncYnyMf8yGiNE

[@TBryany]

YES ✨ MRS.PEAL ✨BAILEY ✨💐

[@tracistaples2004]

Queen Latifa is her twin

[@rosettasmithdears7161]

She was so amazing. I pray that she's in a better place along with her husband and two children. God created us for a reason | Life goes on or Jesus would not have died on the Cross.

[@GingerPorter-u3d]

Succinctly put. Wish I'd developed this knowledge 30 years ago! And she is beautiful. 🎉

[@GodmotherElderFÆ]

​@@tracistaples2004 Yes Queen has got to be an "up the river" relative. 😉

[@BrenJen86]

Pearl was an amazing talent and doesn’t get the flowers that she deserves. Thanks for showcasing her, Karine.

[@vanaphill2454]

still waiting for Queen Latifah to play her in a biographical film.

[@BrenJen86]

@@vanaphill2454 me too! The resemblance is uncanny.

[@ridge7524]

Facts,💯🗽

[@tawnyh8878]

@@mamadouaziza2536 she sure was giving her flowers when she was alive this generation doesn’t know about Pearl Bailey. This generation doesn’t even think about googling are looking up the old school singers and actresses of color for the 1940s 50s 60s 70s hell even the 80s

[@mica1009]

@@vanaphill2454 yess I definitely see Queen latifah performing as her.

[@beckerabstracts]

As a kid she was on television a lot and I loved her. She could sing and act like crazy. She was one of those rare performers who could make you laugh one minute and cry the next. Thanks for this video.

[@louisianacookingwithkay]

Look at those eyes, cheekbones, her nose, lips, and her chin. She's drop dead gorgeous!! 💅🏾💃🏾

[@Kraypaper]

I agree. Reminds me of Megan Thee Stallion!

[@samanthadeal806]

So beautiful

[@leonakinglion3210]

@@Kraypaper Queen Latifah is a spitting image of her.

[@louisianacookingwithkay]

@@samanthadeal806 YESSS

[@louisianacookingwithkay]

@@leonakinglion3210 I c that a lil ok

[@latyshal.2286]

Beautiful and talented Black woman. She was born in my hometown. We have a library and other historical sites named after her. May her legacy continue to live on. 👑💛💫

[@BlackberryTitties]

American Indian

[@BlackberryTitties]

So many of them were mislabeled

[@serious7179]

@@BlackberryTitties she's still black. American Indian is not a race, it's a nationality/ethnicity. You can be a black native American or a white native American. And I'm positive this lady has African lineage

[@AbeJacoby]

@@BlackberryTitties Keep believing that.

[@melissaleoncreolenola]

@@serious7179 Exactly.... like Pam Grier.... look at her Pam Grier real good... high cheek bones narrow nose full lips.... and tall.... plus she's from South Dakota.... half black half Native American

[@rosevalerio5863]

This was a nice treat, thank you for covering her. I'm 56 & she was a very present force while I was growing up. She was definitely a multi tasker & hustler. Pearl Bailey was a household name back in the day no matter what culture you came from. So talented & beautiful. I always thought Queen Latifa would be a great choice to play her in a biopic.

[@Promentalist]

I can see it yup

[@mac9733]

The entire time watching this I thought about how Queen Latifa resembles her!

[@mreclectic700]

They do favor one another

[@JuliaShalomJordan]

Queen Latifa does look like her!❤

[@mamakat7176]

That would be perfect 👌

[@GrandmaSandy]

She deserves everything she got and more. She worked really hard to get where she was

[@mrs.hollyberrymrs.hollyber8976]

If and when they do a movie about her, Queen Latifah is the woman to play here. She has all of pearl Bailey's charisma!

[@m.tazzgibson9738]

Yes, they really favor each other.

[@sharonwinner7637]

Her husband was the Best Man at my Parents' Wedding. He was from the Quad Cities area of Illinois as was my mom. She was in NYC and went to see him playing at a Jazz Club, where she first met my Dad who was also in the band. Her husband was a sweet heart, and passed away on Valentine's day some years back.

[@oddjobs3025]

Louis Bellson changed my life. I've been playing drums since I met him in 1962

[@cherrylu2733]

Wow ❤❤❤

[@cherrylu2733]

​@oddjobs3025 ❤❤❤❤🎉

[@val9170]

Always thought her and Queen Latifah looked so much alike! I love them both. Pearl Bailey is so underrated. She definitely paved the way

[@samlewis6615]

Yes!!! And Meg Ther Stallion a bit in some photos

[@justmeok3609]

Same🌹

[@missyd1798]

She said it a few times on Living Single. The resemblance is crazy. I hope Queen can play her in a biopic. 🤩

[@lwarfield52]

I agree! 👍

[@gerardinecizmar]

Same.

[@Shineynsparkles]

Her voice and style was and is iconic

[@cupcakes7015]

Right ☺✅ 10/14/2022

[@trishhill7563]

One of my Aunt & uncle's knew each other a week & got married. They died six days apart 60 years later. No joke. Crazy ain't it. I miss them 🥺

[@delnitasims3693]

Beautiful. Your Aunt and Uncle were soulmates.

[@trishhill7563]

@@delnitasims3693 I think that exact thing! They were good decent people. A little piece of home for me 😇

[@AN-fg4cd]

Do you know their birthdays? I work with an Astrological Matchmaker company and seeing how if there are any patterns.

[@trishhill7563]

@@AN-fg4cd I will find out and let you know.

[@trishhill7563]

@@AN-fg4cd his birthday was 2/4/31 hers was 9/6/34. Let me know what you find out please. I love astrology but I don't know a lot about it. I'm really curious to see what you can find out so be sure to let me know please 😇

[@candleshoemanor]

Thanks for this - Pearl was one of the GREATS, and deserves to be known and remembered for all time...

[@cdk1473]

This was so wonderful to see. My grandmother knew her in Philadelphia . Ms Bailey use to watch my father when he was a toddler. She use to joke and ask my grandma could she have my dad and take care of him. My dad use to tell my grandmother “I could have grown up rich if you let her have me”. I use to always hear how nice she was. Thank you for sharing ❤

[@MsMoore-rc9du]

This cracked me up! But what an awesome part of Ms. Bailey your father will always have! How cool is that?!

[@peterking5537]

Great comment and thanks for sharing. Peace from the UK 🇬🇧.

[@sandraatkins2539]

What a lovely part of your family history. Isn't it wonderful that your father was taken care of by such a positive person? Thank you for sharing, and may God bless you and your family.

[@glw5166]

How cool!

[@brendagreensurfin715]

She baby sat my father too on van pelt street in Philly !

[@basilmanolakos4926]

Pearl Bailey had a style all her own and I doubt there will be any such dynamic performers again. She exemplified a timeless persona at a time when society was more civilized. An original who can never be duplicated.

[@ruvonnehills2304]

She's gorgeous. I remember my grand dad was so in love with her. We played her rendition of "Precious Lord" @ his home going ceremony. My grand mom would often say the only woman She's ever had to worry about when it came to her husband, was Pearl Bailey. I really enjoy your docseries on famous beautiful women. It makes me appreciate how wonderful we are. Were truly a gift from GOD.

[@ASMRA33]

This is such a beautiful comment. It's so nice to see and lifted my heart up this morning...I love Jesus with all my heart and this is the first time I've heard it called a "home going".That's truly what it is! God Bless, RuVonne:)

[@fatonyalmitchell3281]

Sounds like you're parents had awesome relationship.glad they could laugh 😂 at his crush 🥰

[@sheenalynn8664]

Awesome story 🙏❤️

[@melaninandaura9713]

Beautiful family story. ❤

[@CoachLove]

Ms. Pearl was smart to let love into her life. Beautiful woman. Thank you for covering her.

[@LDSW]

I can't help thinking that Queen Latifah reminds me so much of Pearl Bailey based on what I remember about Pearl as she performed during her hey day. P.S. Another performer I used to watch and listen to back in the day was Moms Mabley. Looking forward to a profile of her life and performance history.

[@loulousworld92]

Somebody needs to check the DNA between Pearl Bailey, Queen Latifah and Megan Thee Stallion. You can’t tell me all three women are not related 😆!’

[@kalainashaw423]

I was looking for someone to say it. Especially at 2:54

[@ssaliormoon15]

Exactly I said the same thing

[@ssaliormoon15]

@@kalainashaw423 facts

[@sxyteesa0890]

Facts 😂 they look so much

[@dtd9003]

Thank you for delving into the life of this dynamic woman. I am in awe of so many of our black starlets of yesterday year. I was born in 1960, so I do remember watching many of them on TV and hearing about them from my parents. Thanks for giving them life in a new generation.

[@SaharaColeman]

Lmfao “it’s too high for me to sing.. it’s too high for you too” 🤣

[@KarineAlourde]

She was so comedic 😂😂 I would die to have experience one of her shows

[@shelleylocke9671]

@@KarineAlourde 111

[@MiaEZ]

@@KarineAlourde These celebrities are hard up for attention nowadays. That is Queen Latifa. Same entity and most of the script written about her is made up to grab the love of P O C Divine Sade here on YT is where you can find the truth about Pearl Bailey.

[@ertfgghhhh]

💀💀💀

[@sandraatkins2539]

Beautiful, mega-talented Ms. Pearl Bailey we love and miss you. ❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏

[@mactrek2]

Growing up in Philly Ms. Bailey was/ is an honored icon to our city. We always gave her her flowers. Her home in Philly is registered as a Historical Place.

[@SJ-ni6iy]

I originally knew Pearl Bailey’s face because of her beauty. I learned that she was so much more, she definitely deserves her flowers.

[@loritrembley8838]

Pearl was quite the humanitarian … the talent was a bonus!! I grew up in Lake Havasu City, Arizona, where she owned a home. She was a treasure and a treat to run into. If you saw her in the grocery store, library or anywhere, she often was the one to strike up the conversation 😃 Always complimenting everyone, engaging with the children. She’s dearly missed, world wide! She did the coolest thing for that lil AZ town, left an arts foundation that benefits everyone. Even purchased a portable stage the is still in use, all these years later. Feel very fortunate to have benefited by her presence!!!

[@TheMutantssolosyourverse]

Lol, she was a racist trader bed bench like most black women during the Civil rights movement

[@schurrlittle1339]

PEARL BAILEY WAS A LEGEND IN HER OWN RIGHT AND I ALWAYS LOVED HOW SHE SANG WITH HER STRONG SULTRY VOICE THAT CAPTURED YOU!!😄

[@fatonyalmitchell3281]

Never knew her name 📛 until today

[@traceydavis3288]

Thank you for highlighting the life of Mrs. Pearl Bailey. I really enjoyed all of the old unseen pictures of captions of her in her art form. Beautifully done. I was blessed to see her in 1971, in "Hello Dolly," When my mother took me to see her. They both shared the same birthday, so of course, she was in love with Mrs. Bailey. My mother was so much like Mrs. Bailey.. The same characteristic of a hard working, determined lady that took NO MESS from anyone. But, Always a lady. I still remember that great performance as if it were yesterday. Again, Thank You for those great memories of Mrs. Pearl Bailey, Mr. Nat King Cole, Count Bassie, and Diana Shore, whom really was black. It was discussed in articles that her father was probably White, just as Carol Channie? All were great actors, singers and actresses. I miss all of their talents.

[@inspirationalempressoflove220]

This was very interesting. If they do a movie about her I can definitely see Queen Latifah playing her cause so many of the pics of her you included in this she reminded me of Queen Latifah a lot. Great job! 👍🥰

[@HIMMBelljuvo]

She accomplished a lot. I'm so proud of her

[@nicolesherman8974]

Ooh she was pretty 😍! Also sis, I’ve been dying to ask you this have you consider doing a video on Garcelle Beauvis? She’s so pretty, Fancy!

[@KarineAlourde]

Yes sis she’s on my list for 2022! So before the year ends ❤

[@familylifetoo9541]

Wow impressive, after all that she went to school for 7 years ! She was very accomplished in all fields. Music, acting, fashion, entertaining, theology, charitable contributions.

[@crin28]

Wow. She is a PRESENCE! I knew very little about her until now. Absolutely stunning. I’ll definitely be listening to her.

[@lblack1961]

Bellson was actually Italian American. He did remarry after Bailey died, to another black woman, Francine Wright. Bailey was an amazing woman...and funny! (And beautiful...I love all the pictures you have of her in this video. I'll watch it again just to see all those photographs!) Thank you for sharing 💖

[@AS-wj1du]

Yes I read he remarried

[@tajuanalawson8219]

Italian American..what race is that..European

[@1234pouvez]

@@tajuanalawson8219 His birth name was Luigi Paolino Alfredo Francesco Antonio Balassoni. I believe he was first generation American, and his Father was from Naples Italy. It's an interesting question. Actor Andy Garcia was Exiled from Cuba with his family when he was five years old. He has stated that he spoke no English when he came to this country. Is he Cuban, or Cuban American?

[@christienelson1437]

Queen Latifah looks so much like Pearl in her mannerisms and fabulous personality. ♥️🙏❤️💕

[@greggnuccio9437]

yeah scary how much almost like a clone

[@loritrembley8838]

She could play her in a biopic

[@corineusa1454]

I just loved seeing this. I grew up watching her. She was on tv alot in the 60s & 70s. So talented & nice.

[@iiamkee21]

I love how you keep all of our people alive with these in depth videos ❤

[@vahneb7260]

Pearl Bailey was an amazing talent, I just loved her. Glad you are introducing her to a new audience ❤

[@beautifulqueen4645]

Pearl Bailey was a phenomenal woman with many talented and she was so ahead of her time period.

[@matthewdarnell3535]

Omg I’ve always loved Pearls voice and what a beautiful lady she was! ❤️

[@LovelyTrueRed]

Megan Thee Stallion or Queen Latifah would be perfect to cast in a story about Pearl Bailey's life.

[@beulahokonkwo]

No! Not MTS! That sex trick hoe!🤮 Could never compare to the incomparable Mz Pearl!

[@davidmcpherson1347]

My late mother adored her, and I became aware of her as a child. so ICONIC is she, that it is sooo sad many of the new generation youth know little OR nothing about her. One of the GREATEST PERFORMERS who ever lived to grace a stage ....... Beyoncé, Janet, Rihanna???!!! She was the FIRST and GREATEST."""" 🙏 RIP ~

[@nikradik]

She is so beautiful sassy and elegant..I don't know too much about her ..Glad to see this

[@MsCharizma00]

Aww love her! Took a women in Jazz class in college 20 some odd yrs ago and fell in love with her voice! Lovely to see such beautiful visuals. Thank you and I absolutely adore and respect your channel!!😘

[@jazshas]

Wow, thanks for this. I had forgotten about Pearl. I recall seeing her on the Johnny Carson show and of course in a few movies. These people truly paved the way for us and did it with such class and dignity. Our twerking youth need to learn about the black entertainers from this period and how they conducted themselves.

[@diarich9123]

She was definitely a person I grew up watching as a kid I was fascinated with her. I am 55 now and I didn’t realize then like I do now how incredibly beautiful she was. I love this thanks for sharing

[@frederickgolden6694]

Pearl Bailey was married to the white and Jewish big band drummer Louie Bellson. She started out as a dancer and singer and being married to Mr. Bellson gave her access to a better strata and more opportunities in the movies, Broadway and of course the music business. My mother wanted to BE this woman and she was a very genuine figure during her career and she took no crap from racist hecklers at all I do remember as a young boy seeing her on black and white television back in the 1960s.

[@antoniagreco6316]

I have three of her albums in my record collection that my father left me I have about 600 plus albums and I was looking through them and found three of her albums I couldn't believe it and I'm so excited so glad that you did a documentary on her because she was an awesome woman and an awesome singer she had a voice of Her Own thank you for sharing her with us

[@beverlyanngilbert4794]

This was interesting but was very difficult to understand what you were saying. I'll get her biography and read that.

[@fatonyalmitchell3281]

Dad left you a part 〽️ of history 👍

[@marylhere]

One album I have from my parents’ records is Pearl sings Gershwin. Played it constantly when I was a teenager.

[@kennethpadgettflightparame3548]

Pearl was wonderful. I’m old enough to have seen her on TV and in the movies several times.

[@renatacantore3684]

Thank you for your fantastic presentations. We can see & appreciate how you put all of your heart and soul into each beautiful story. Pearl Bailey was such a versatile performer who rose to the top of her craft despite segregation & other obstacles. God bless her Soul ❤❤

[@eveningskies1954]

I had the priviledge of watching this fine lady perform outdoors in Charleston SC. It was so hot that night. Everyone looked made of glass because everyone was soaked in sweat. No one wanted to leave. What it was like for Ms. Bailey under the lights, I cannot imagine. She handled the broiling conditions like a true pro, with charm and humor. She sang "Smoke Gets in Your Eyes" with a slight change to the lyrics, Sweat Gets in Your Eyes. She was allowed to head for more comfortable surroundings with ac and a cold drink to howling laughter and a storm of applause.

[@aninsimone]

Her voice was so powerful, first time hearing about this person. So cool!

[@aishajudahisrael2358]

Pearl Bailey is my cousin ! Thanks for sharing her story

[@karenmickens1239]

Yes for Mrs. Bailey. She did it all.❤️

[@rhondahewitt8196]

Im 65 years old. Always loved Pearl since i was a kid. But gosh, i never seen pics of her when she was young woman. She was absolutely beautiful.

[@twalston01]

I loved me some Pearl Bailey ❤ she was a beautiful lady and she always exuded confidence, and her voice was powerful yet soothing.

[@PDd-ji3qh]

Thank you for this wonderful bio on Pearl Bailey. Had the opportunity as a child to see her in Hello Dolly. Even at a young age her commanding presence on stage & her voice made a impact on me then. So honored to have seen her perform.

[@kokhotoms1620]

Right before she passed back in 1990, she was on an episode of either tales from the crypy or amazing stories where she was like some kind of voodoo queen that would make these cookies that would cause people harm if you ate them, dipped them in warm liquid and so on but they would never harm the person that was eating them. That was the last I saw of Pearl Bailey before she passed away.

[@kathleenking47]

She sid the song Wont you come home Bill Bailey I didnt know, she had a brother named bill bailey

[@nancyconyers5802]

Indeed, she was great, very entertaining. My grandmother loved her. I remember her being on "The Ed Sullivan Show". I would often watch with grandma, it made her smile and snap her fingers.

[@8gagee]

She was sooooooo pretty.

[@denisedillinger1354]

To call her beautiful is an insult this woman was stunning. Sublime ,absolutely ,radiant. She was a masterful actress and singer Iconic !!!!!!!!

[@elizabethmurray5603]

She was fabulous. I remember seeing her in Carmen Rose. I admire her amazing confidence and love for life. Despite such unfortunate circumstances.

[@lynphillips2109]

She was on TV a lot during the 70s and 80s. She exuded warmth and love from the screen. It comforted me as a child.

[@vegacardullo1917]

Never heard of her before today but I'm so happy to have learned about this special woman 💗

[@BintuKabbahoney]

Sometimes you just KNOW. I pray I find my person one day

[@sheng3229]

4 days? I can't even do with a date alone 💀 this going to be interesting for sure. Thank you for the video Karine, interested to learn about Pearl Bailey and her life 😍

[@KarineAlourde]

Thank you love! And their marriage actually lasted ❤😍

[@younglingmaid2526]

Haha, my parents met on the day they signed the marriage papers, their 21st anniversary is on this Christmas Eve...

[@sheng3229]

@@KarineAlourde girl taking notes 📝 here 😆

[@lordtette]

I wonder if it was a healthy marriage.

[@eyeswideopen7777]

Desperate times.

[@wanda5encouragetoimpact392]

Thank you for this highlight on Pearl Bailey! I have said for years that she has truly been an unsung hero in Hollywood and in our community. I would love to see Queen Latifah portray her in a movie about her life. she was such a beautiful soul and a fellow Philadelphian. 🌹❤️🤗 The music is beautiful!

[@denisejefferson4739]

I was just thinking that Queen Latifah favors her.

[@shortbreadgirlscout3463]

Queen Latifah also has a beautiful voice. I love when she does jazz. Rap is fine but I'd love to hear more jazz from her.

[@tammyplautz3418]

I was reading your comment and Queen Latifah popped into my mind too she would be an excellent choice in the starring role of a movie about her life

[@sharonsmith6022]

Wanda5, I agree, Queen Latifah does resemble her too. QL would be terrific as Pearl Bailey.

[@pmccray551]

Ms. Bailey possessed a superior talent. I was raised in her heyday and always felt she never received the accolades she deserved. RIP Queen💜

[@ttp436]

Pearl Bailey and Eartha Kitt look like they could be related. Sisters even. Absolutely gorgeous and so talented

[@greggnuccio9437]

who looks like her is queen latifah

[@ttp436]

@@greggnuccio9437 she does too yes I agree.

[@learhaynes1002]

R.I.P. to Pearl Bailey. She was a beautifull trendsetter, trailblazer who paved the way for so many black female entertainers after her.

[@ASMRA33]

That VOICE...soul incarnate, this lovely lady! God Bless, Karine:)

[@sugarhill327]

She was an Aries. Multi- talented. Beautiful, strong black woman with the guts to live her truth. To live and love with great passion. An Aries trait though is to not take care of their hearts. So many of them have this weakness. But as any bright light, it can't shine forever. At least was have her on film. Thank you for sharing. ❤️

[@dennismclaurin1487]

So was Sarah Vaughn

[@gcobisamahlulo4989]

Eish so true about us Arians. Love me some Pearl Bailey ❤

[@happydays2300]

Thank You! That was a flawless essay on THE GREAT Pearl Bailey. She was truly a role model for me, because she was just so real. Her goodness spilled over into her work.

[@GreatMotherSpeaks]

Love Pear Bailey. You did a great job! Read her autobiography back in the 90s. Until now, it’s one of the most entertaining, inspirational stories I’ve ever read.

[@jaesmith3340]

I don’t think it was mentioned enough about how positively beautiful she was! Just flawless in my opinion. Of course, super talented to boot. ❤

[@sarahgarnett7613]

It's so good to hear about her she had a marvelous voice for singing n boy oh boy she was sassy n full of so much energy she was one DIAMANIC woman , also mahalia Jackson one can sit n listen to these two look ladies sing n you feel so comfortable n spirit filled Thanks for the vlog about Pearl Bailey MAY BOTH THESE LADIES RIP

[@tinydancesew6260]

Thank you for the positive write-up on Pearl. I grew up in the home where "that man" shot at her. Pearl sold the house to my folks - her signature is on the deed. The hole was still in the wall in the master bedroom. Channing Street in the Brentwood section of Washington DC. Belson did remarry - another black woman. There is lots more I could tell you but not in an open forum. Really appreciate the positive write-up/video. Queen Latifa is the only one to play Pearl. If you saw her in Chicago -- WOW!! Rob Marshall who directed Latifah in Chicago said in an interview that Latifah is our Pearl Bailey.

[@LeratoM98]

Wow, that's very interesting

[@tiesharose8203]

Can you tell me I’ll send my info I don’t have social media just KZbin! I love history and learning about the lives of those that paved the way for US all!

[@repairthebreach477]

I remember my grandma gave me one of her signed books to me. I think she and my grandma knew each other. She was very beautiful and talented.

[@draperlamarcakes]

I love Pearl Bailey so much. Thank you for highlighting her greatness in this terrific video. I learned so many facts about her that I didn’t know before. I knew that she married a Caucasian man, but didn’t know that they were united for so many years. A breakdown of Lola Folana’s life/career would be marvelous, she is another underrated Black American queen.

[@eggedon6112]

Oh, yes! Miss Lola Falana! FABULOUS!

[@tabatharodriguez1849]

She and Queen Latifa look alike

[@carlottawalker6185]

I like the fact that you got straight to the point. No beating around the bush. Keep it up. You have gained a new subscriber.

[@dancewomyn1]

Wonderful to see this...Thank you for bringing her to a younger generation here. I loved her waaay back in the day!

[@cindigoodridge6847]

I must say, I like your videos because of your voice aswell. You have a very calming way of speaking and I appreciate your non-bias approach.

[@anneewright1314]

I think Queen Latina looks just like Pearl Bailey

[@naturalqueentv7145]

Latifah.... Yes they are very similar

[@KarineAlourde]

Latifa, yes 🙌🏽 I always thought this 😍

[@planetjoi]

Oooh I see it now 😮 she does

[@finessefine]

OMG! I thought so too!

[@a.h.2667]

I was thinking Taraji P. Henson at first, but yes now I see a closer resemblance to Queen Latifah.

[@annalaw4684]

Ms. Bailey, I say respectfully, having been a peer of my parents, was an underrated, GOD giffted, talented, gorgeous, earthy actress!!!!!! Ms. Pearl was a witty, well balanced, spirited, jovial, sassy soul!!!! Ms. Bailey was everyone's favorite entertainer, my parents, their friends, everyone during that era, truly adored Ms. Baily, she was in a class of her own!!!!

[@rebeccajohnson6544]

Yes Pearl Bailey could sing and she was funny too. I love her and thank you for sharing. ❤

[@bellamarie2889]

I swear whenever I see Pearl Bailey, it makes me think of Queen Latifa, and that is a compliment 💯. The self confidence, mannerisms, voice, it's awesome to me!! The looks are there too!!

[@AlejandraSimplyCreates]

You and AshleySaysSo both put up a Pearl Bailey video within 24hrs!!! BLESSED ✨🎉 great diversity in perspectives too!

[@Dragonrdh]

She was well-loved in the UK, she often performed there and was a popular talk show guest through the 60s and 70s.

[@MissP483]

Yessss, Ms.Bailey!! I've been wanting to request her for months now but I don't comment much and after researching her myself didn't think enough information was available.

[@KarineAlourde]

Yes there wasn’t much on her but her books were great sources. So much personality and character.

[@michawilliams1521]

I grew up watching and listening to Ms Pearl Bailey. I love her. Thanks for bringing back good old memories.

[@Fraxinus_a]

I'm so glad you did this video because I was about to look up who she is because I love American Dad (the cartoon) and Steve goes to Pearl Bailey High. Also, there are lots if different references to her throughout the shows history. Now with this context, it makes a lot of sense. Thanks for always coming through with the amazing videos and back stories. ❤️

[@ECW1153]

Thank You for a well put together Summary of Mrs. Pearl Bailey. A Trailblazer, A Renaissance Women.

[@ezitatetteh6855]

Love Pearl Bailey, My grand mother introduced me to her artistry, so brilliant. I love your breakdowns. Have you heard of Chelo Alonso? I think she would be a great addition. Just a suggestion. Thank you for this channel, I have learned so much.

[@robbiewagnon5376]

Pearl was really beautiful, but even more than that, she was incredibly intelligent, articulate & accomplished. What a wonderful example‼️

[@tesssharp9795]

I am so happy you did Pearl Bailey she is one of my FAVs

[@Bridget2460]

Love Pearl Bailey as well, had no idea the depths of her life. Thanks for sharing.

[@AishaKarefa]

I could see Queen Latifah playing her in a biopic

[@Rachelle-qs5ge]

WOW! After meeting 4days later married and was married for 38years. AMAZING! What a miracle a true live story .

[@gcobisamahlulo4989]

I'm definitely not surprised by her marrying 4 days after meeting him, as a fellow Aries woman, I also never understood why you have to pretend. If my ❤ is moved, I let you know right away. Not surprised about her bad relationships before marrying. Aries are known for impatience , making rush decisions and being brutally honest

[@jswjanjan]

I LOVE her voice!!! ×0×0×

[@serious7179]

This was such a gorgeous, bold, talented woman...sheesh! Can't take my eyes off of her!

[@gregoryswift7804]

You got that right sister and she was also easy on the eyes sweet chocolate, and she had that special somethin May she R.I.P.🎤👼🏽💛

[@cherylb2008]

I remember her variety show. There were many in the early 70’s. I’m glad you showed this wonderful video- it made me realize how striking and beautiful she was. Thank goodness humanity advanced and all people can use the same motels, restaurant’s, etc.

[@jamaicanwash6667]

I remember Pearl Bailey well! I saw the tv episode when she sang “Winchester Cathedral” back in 1967! She was so pretty with her deep soulful alto voice as her trademark! Great presentation; my West Indian sister from a neighboring Caribbean island! Thank you much!❤