Over a remarkable four-decade career, Dee Dee Bridgewater has earned her place among the greatest jazz vocalists of all time. A three-time GRAMMY® and Tony Award winner, she’s known for her fearless reinterpretations of jazz classics and her unmistakable stage presence. Bridgewater began with the Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Big Band and went on to perform with icons like Max Roach, Sonny Rollins, and Dizzy Gillespie.
Her acclaimed albums — including the double GRAMMY®-winning Dear Ella and Eleanora Fagan (1915–1959): To Billie With Love From Dee Dee — showcase her artistry and deep respect for jazz heritage. Beyond music, Bridgewater is an NEA Jazz Master, UN Goodwill Ambassador, and founder of The Woodshed Network, supporting women in jazz. She continues to perform worldwide, leading ensembles from intimate duos to her powerhouse Big Band.
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