On this day in 1934, a 17-year-old Ella Fitzgerald took the stage at Amateur Night at the Apollo Theater — a last-minute switch from dancing to singing that captivated the crowd and launched her legendary career. The “First Lady of Song” went on to become one of the most celebrated voices in music history, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire.
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