Belle Baker was an American actress known for Atlantic City, Song of Love, and Charing Cross Road. She was a prominent figure in stage, screen, and vaudeville, recognized for her powerful singing voice and performances.
Personal and Family Life
Belle Baker was born on December 25, 1893, in New York City. She began her career in show business at the young age of 11, performing ragtime songs in a local Jewish music hall. Over the years, she was married three times, first to vaudevillian Lew Leslie, then to Maurice Abrahams, with whom she had one child named Herbert Baker, and finally to Elias E. Sugarman, a Billboard editor.
Death and Legacy
Belle Baker passed away on April 29, 1957, in Los Angeles, California, due to a heart attack. She left behind a legacy as a talented performer in various entertainment forms, including theater, radio, and film. Her contributions to music, especially in the genres of ragtime and torch songs, continue to be celebrated.
Filmography
| Title | Year | Role | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic City | 1944 | Belle Baker | 5.8 |
| Charing Cross Road | 1936 | Belle | 6.4 |
| Song of Love | 1929 | Anna Gibson | 5.5 |
| M | 2017 | Short performer: “Jubilee Blues” | 9.2 |
| Stuck on A | 2014 | TV Series performer: “Jubilee Blues” | N/A |