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Dame Shirley Veronica Bassey CH DBE ( / ˈbæsi /; born 8 January 1937) [1] is a Welsh singer. Known for her career longevity, powerful voice and recording the theme songs to three James Bond films, the only artist to perform more than one, Bassey is one of the most popular vocalists in Britain.
Apr 2, 2014 · A world-famous singer with a big voice and a glamorous reputation, Shirley Bassey has recorded numerous hits, including three James Bond theme songs. Updated: May 25, 2021 (1937-)
May 13, 2024 · Shirley Bassey (born January 8, 1937, Tiger Bay, Cardiff, Wales) is a glamorous Welsh singer who was renowned for her strident sultry voice, sequined gowns, and lavish jewelry. She was a forerunner of the score of pop music divas who emerged in the last decades of the 20th century.
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Oct 1, 2021 · Dame Shirley Bassey is one of the most successful female singers in British music history. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images). Picture: Getty. Dame Shirley Bassey is a legend of British popular music, and is world renowned for her powerful, expressive voice in songs like 'Big Spender'.
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Mini Bio. Shirley Bassey was born in Tiger Bay, Cardiff, Wales, and raised in the nearby working class neighborhood of Splott. Her mother was originally from Yorkshire, and her father was a Nigerian seaman who left the family when she was less than two. She later helped to support her family by working in an Enamelware factory.