Early Years
Ross was born in Arecibo, Puerto Rico. Her parents Ramon and Clemencia moved to the Santurce section of San Juan in 1923. Ross received her primary and secondary education and graduated from the Central High School of Santurce. In 1940, she joined an artistic singing group which had a show called "Industrias Nativas" (Native Industries) and which was transmitted through the radio station "WIAC", until 1945.
During World War II, Ross entertained the troops with her voice in "USO shows" (United Service Organizations). After touring with the USO, Ross went to New York where she performed in many hispanic theaters, among which was "El Teatro Puerto Rico". She was also heard on the radio stations "WWRL" and "WHOM".
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