Anne Brown

Anne Brown

Anne Wiggins Brown (August 9, 1912 – March 13, 2009) was an African American soprano who created the role of "Bess" in the original production of George Gershwin's opera Porgy and Bess in 1935. She was also a radio and concert singer. She settled in Norway in her 30s and later became a Norwegian citizen.

Read more about Anne Brown:  Early Life and Career (1912-1936), Later Life and Career:1937-2009, Awards, Sources

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