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Esther “Baby Esther” Jones: The Black American Entertainer Behind the Betty Boop Controversy
Long before generations of Americans knew the name Betty Boop, a young Black American performer from Chicago was singing, dancing, captivating audiences, and building an international career. Her name was Esther Jones. Audiences knew her as “Little Esther,” “Li’l Esther,” and “Baby Esther.” Today her name is often attached to a provocative question: Was Esther […]