- According to 1900 census, she was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States in July, 1892. That date stands in contrast to April 15, 1894, which is the date indicated on her wedding certificate and confirmed by family members.
- Inducted into the Big Band and Jazz Hall of Fame in 1981.
- Ranked #26 on VH1's 100 Greatest Women of Rock N Roll
- Blues singer.
- Elected to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1989 (under the category Early Influences).
- Inducted into the National Women's Hall of Fame in 1984.
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