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Funk singer, model, futuristic fashionista, and second wife of Miles Davis, Betty (1944-2002) was known for her raw lyrics, powerful voice, and innovative blend of funk, soul, and rock. During their brief marriage, Betty was Davis' muse and profoundly influenced his musical direction and sense of style.
“Miles was pure energy, sometimes light but also dark. He was driven inspiring and also angry. Everyday married to him, was a day I earned the name Davis.” Cox, Philip, et al. Betty: They Say I'm Different. MVD Entertainment Group, 2017.
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Birth
July 26, 1944, Durham, North Carolina
Death
February 9, 2022 (age 77), Homestead, PA
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Miles Davis (m. 1968)
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Singer, Songwriter, Model
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Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT)
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*some sources say April 6, 1845
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