Ruby Smith, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Ruby Smith

American classic female blues singer

Date of Birth: 24-Aug-1903

Place of Birth: New York City, New York, United States

Date of Death: 24-Mar-1977

Profession: singer, songwriter

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Virgo

Ruby Smith (August 24, 1903 – March 24, 1977) was an American classic female blues singer.
She was a niece, by marriage, of the better-known Bessie Smith, who discouraged Ruby from pursuing a recording career.
Nevertheless, following Bessie's death in 1937, Ruby recorded twenty-one sides between 1938 and 1947.
She is also known for her candid observations on her own and Bessie's lifestyle.