Martha Raye

Resource id #75

Martha Raye (born Margy Reed; August 27, 1916 – October 19, 1994), nicknamed The Big Mouth, was an American comic actress and singer who performed in movies, and later on television. She also acted in plays, including Broadway. She was honored in 1969 at the Academy Awards as the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award recipient for her volunteer efforts and services to the troops.

Birth and Death Data: Born August 27, 1916 (Butte), Died October 19, 1994 (Los Angeles)

Date Range of DAHR Recordings: 1932 - 1942

Roles Represented in DAHR: vocalist

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= Recordings were issued from this master. No recordings issued from other masters.

Company	Matrix No.	Size	First Recording Date	Title	Primary Performer	Description	Role
Victor	BS-73783	10-in.	10/6/1932	I heard	Martha Raye	Female vocal solo, with guitar and piano	vocalist
Victor	BS-73784	10-in.	10/6/1932	How am I doin'?	Martha Raye	Female vocal solo, with guitar and piano	vocalist
Decca	70551	10-in.	3/20/1942	Pig foot Pete	Martha Raye		vocalist
Decca	70552	10-in.	3/20/1942	My little cousin	Martha Raye		vocalist
Decca	70553	10-in.	3/20/1942	Three little sisters	Martha Raye		vocalist
Decca	70554	10-in.	3/20/1942	Oh! The pity of it all	Martha Raye		vocalist