Ethel Waters
Type: Person
As of November 2026, Ethel Waters has been mentioned in one podcast episode on Fresh Air (Jul 2025). Referenced as the star of the TV series 'Beulah' where Ug(g)ams appeared as a child; discussed for her dignity, artistry, and advocacy on set regarding stereotyped hair styling.
Ethel Waters was an American singer and actress. Waters frequently performed jazz, swing, and pop music on the Broadway stage and in concerts. She began her career in the 1920s singing blues. Her notable recordings include "Dinah", "Stormy Weather", "Taking a Chance on Love", "Chlo-e, "Heat Wave", "Supper Time", "Am I Blue?", "Birmingham Bertha", "Cabin in the Sky", "I'm Coming Virginia", and her version of "His Eye Is on the Sparrow". Waters was the second African American to be nominated for a
| Mentioned in | 1 episode on 1 podcast (as of November 2026) |
|---|---|
| First heard | Jul 2025 on Fresh Air |
| Role | Singer and actor |
| Affiliation | American stage, film, and television |
Who talks about Ethel Waters on podcasts?
Terry Gross brought up Ethel Waters; the most recent mention was Jul 2025 on Fresh Air.
- Leslie Uggams looks back on decades in show business | Fresh Air on Fresh Air (Jul 2025) — Terry Gross
What is Ethel Waters mentioned alongside?
Worked with: Leslie Ugams