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Sarah VaughanSarah Vaughan (1924–1990) was an acclaimed American jazz singer and pianist known for her extraordinary vocal talent, earning her nicknames such as "Sassy" and "The Divine One." Active from the early 1940s, she rose to prominence through collaborations with notable musicians and record labels, winning two Grammy Awards, including a Lifetime Achievement Award, and receiving the NEA Jazz Masters Award in 1989. Vaughan's career spanned several decades, during which she became famous for hits like "Misty" and "Broken Hearted Melody," solidifying her legacy as one of the most significant jazz vocalists of the 20th century. (Source: Wikipedia)
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