Blossom Seeley

b. 16 July 1891, San Francisco, California, USA, d. 17 April 1974, New York City, New York, USA. As a child performer, and while still in junior school, Seeley appeared in San Francisco theatres, performing speciality acts. Later, she moved to Los Angeles where she appeared in burlesque. Spotted by impresario Lew Fields, she was recruited for his New York show, Henpecks, opening on Broadway in 1911. Her act was a smash, her tough, rhythmic singing proving to be a big attraction and undoubtedly helping the show's long run. Her success also led to her next appearing with Al Jols...