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The Last of the Red Hot Mamas

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 risqu茅 performances.

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 risqu茅 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.

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Mon 8 Feb 2016 09:50GMT

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