| Birth Day | June 3, 1906 |
| Birth Place | St. Louis, MO |
| Josephine Baker age | 114 YEARS OLD |
| Died On | Apr 12, 1975 (age 68) |
| Birth Sign | Gemini |
Josephine Baker, widely recognized as a remarkable dancer hailing from Missouri, has amassed a significant net worth of around $3 million, as estimated for the year 2024. Known for her electrifying performances and unmatched talent, Baker has not only left an enduring impact on the dance industry but has also made a substantial fortune through her illustrious career. Her captivating moves and charismatic stage presence have earned her worldwide acclaim and numerous accolades, propelling her to the ranks of one of the wealthiest dancers in history. With her immense contributions to the art of dance, Josephine Baker continues to be an iconic figure and an inspiration for aspiring performers across the globe.
Dancer and entertainer known as "Black Pearl" and "Creole Goddess" and widely recognized by her Danse banane costume. An Activist in the Civil Rights Movement, she adopted a "Rainbow Tribe" of orphans from various races.
She was raised mostly by her mother, Carrie McDonald. Her estate claimed vaudeville Drummer Eddie Carson to be her father but he paid little mind to Baker and her mother.
With her starring role in the 1934 film Zouzou, she became the first African-American woman to star in a major film.
She was married and divorced four times and adopted a total of 12 children.
Coretta Scott King approached her to ask if she would become a new leader in the Civil Rights Movement after the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr., but Baker passed on the opportunity, saying she needed to be around for her children.
