Shirley Bassey (1937-), Singer
Dame Shirley Veronica Bassey
Sitter associated with 12 portraits
Singer and entertainer. The youngest of seven children Shirley Veronica Bassey was born in Tiger Bay, Cardiff. In 1977 she received a Britannia Award for 'Best female Solo Singer In The Last 50 Years'. Her musical career has included 30 hit singles and 33 hit albums and was launched in 1957 with the Banana Boat Song. Other hits in the 1950s include Kiss Me Honey Honey, Kiss Me (1958) and the UK chart topper As I Love You (1959). Known for her dynamic singing, extravagant gestures and lavishly styled gowns. Made a Dame of the British Empire in 1999.
by Bob Collins
selenium toned bromide print from original negative, 1957
NPG x128714
by Bob Collins
selenium toned bromide print from original negative, 1957
NPG x128715
by Bob Collins
selenium toned bromide print from original negative, 1957
NPG x128716
by Bob Collins
modern bromide print from original negative, 1957
NPG x35146
by Derek Allen
modern bromide print from original negative, 1958
NPG x45658
by Mike Owen
digital C-type colour print, 1997
NPG x128532
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