Webpearl bailey, a southern preacher’s daughter who became a top performer best known for her throaty rendition of “hello dolly,” died friday at thomas jefferson university hospital.

Webmore than 2,000 people thursday said goodbye to pearl bailey, remembered at her funeral as an extraordinary entertainer and a woman who loved life and everyone she met.

Webin 1988 she told officials of the world health organization she wanted to dedicate her life to fighting aids.

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Webbailey, who had a history of heart trouble, entered pennsylvania hospital july 9 for surgery to replace an arthritic knee.

The hospital handles a large number of.

Pearl bailey was a trailblazer, humanitarian, president medal of freedom recipient and a true american entertainer.

Irwin, in los angeles, said he spoke to bailey by.

Webin 1988, she told officials of the world health organization that she wanted to dedicate her life to fighting aids.

Webmiss bailey, who suffered from heart problems for at least three decades, had undergone surgery july 11 at the same hospital to replace her left arthritic knee with.

Webpearl bailey, the entertainer whose distinctive singing style was enhanced by her mischievous witticisms and warm personality, died yesterday at thomas.

Bailey’s talent and determination propelled.

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