Today marks 100 years since the birth of Ella Fitzgerald. ‘Lady Ella’ burst onto the Harlem music scene in the mid-1930s after winning a talent contest at the Apollo Theater. She was a 15-year-old street performer living rough at the time. She went on to become one of America’s most highly acclaimed music stars and changed the jazz world forever | The Guardian

A rare glimpse into Ella Fitzgerald’s heart. In 1980, she spoke candidly about her career. 🎥: CBC | Ella Fitzgerald