Witness History: Witness Archive 2016 - The Last of the Red Hot Mamas

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The larger than life vaudeville star - Sophie Tucker - died on February 9th 1966. The jewish singer and nightclub entertainer was known across America for her risqué performances and her self-effacing humour. But she was also an early pioneer in the recording business. Hear from two people who knew her.

Photo: Sophie Tucker Getty Images.

Published on Monday, 8th February 2016.

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