What a life she had, remarkable. She shows that its matters when good people do things to help others. When good people do nothing, evil prevails. RIP beautiful spirit.

Josephine was a truly transcendent figure. Far more than a performer. Really heroic in all the ways that count. Why have we not set aside a day to honor this unique woman?

have had the immense privilege and the honor to have worked with Miss Baker in 1975 @ Bobino. I was the youngest dancer in the cast . The show was called “ Josephine “ It was based on her life story celebrating her 50 years in show business from her humble beginning in St Louis to her triumphant comeback in Monte Carlo ....She used to call me “ her little page “ (Son petit page )cause of my age ! I just turned 18 th on April 1st 1975. luckily for me I have tons of memorable pics from the show as well as unforgettable stories of this short but amazing Run . ! She was extremely engaged with all of the dancers like a second mother . Wanting to know everyone ‘s names Josephine really truly care about people She was a true legend immensely talented beautiful ,elegant ,generous , humble & kind . She would bring oranges for the entire company saying “ My children you need lots Vit C for strength and energy “ She was so right cause the rehearsals were long and grueling ,,,. Bobino ‘s stage was too small to accommodate a cast of 8 boys 12 girls 3 comedians 1 little girl (who played young josephine ) and 1 gorgeous dancer who performed the famous banana dance ....so they had to transformed the stage by expanding it ; including putting additional seats in the theater and building brand new dressing rooms to accommodate such a big cast all while we were practicing in the lobby of The theater. ! It was bit chaotic to say the list & quite cold being mid -February But no one seemed to care cause it was so exciting to be part of this legendary show ! None of the big Paris music ‘halls like Le Casino de Paris ,Le Moulin Rouge or les Folies Bergére wanted to take the risk producing Miss baker mostly for insurance purposes There were already rumors circulating of her failing health but finally a small theater on Paris left bank called Bobino took a chance ...Josephine liked to rehearsed late at night after we were done .She even enjoyed having her favorite dish Spaghetti bolognese around 1 am at a restaurant right across the theater. I will never forget the 1 st time I saw her performing once the stage was finally ready. That night She was in the audience watching us dancing with huge smile on her face applauding many times throughout being so proud of the cast. After all she was watching part of her whole life story in front of her eyes. ... In fact during the promotion of the show a French journalist asked her. “ How does it feel to be the starring in a musical retrospective of your own life story ? She replied “ it’s wonderful ..At least i will get to see what they think of me when I am still around !!!! I When we were done the director Andre levasseur said “ josephine c ‘ est a vous “ she jumped on stage and belt a song from the Brazilian number called” Que c‘est bon de vivre” She seemed to be completely possessed by the rhythm of the Afro Cuban sound very reminiscing of “Princess Tam-Tam “ all those years earlier Her moves were so unbelievable. Her body was in perfect shape specially in her Chanel suit !!!! There is No way you would have guessed that this beautiful lady was in her late 60 ‘s. A goddess still !!!! What thrill for me. A true MASTER CLASS ,,,,,,, I ‘ve enjoyed this documentary immensely specially listening the immensely talented Andre Levasseur speaking so kindly about her I just wanted to make few points . We rehearsed the show for about 1 month and half . We actually did more than 4 performances. We started with one week of previews on March 25 th with a special Press night on march 31 st to glorious reviews ! We had another full week of performances with a big opening gala on April 8 th with stars like Grace Kelly Sophia Loren & Alain Delon among many however neither Jackie ‘O ,Diana Ross .Mick jagger or Liza Minelli ever attended any of performances . We had another show on the 9 th . She felt into a coma the 10 th and past in the early hours on the 12 th. We were invited VIP at her funeral ..Miss Baker had full military honor at la Madeleine church She reposes at the cemetery of Monaco. I went recently to pay my respects 45 years later. Josephine paved the way for Diana Ross Madonna Beyoncé and many other artists. A true legend. Unparalleled. ❤️❤️❤️.

The talent never diminished, the enthusiasm never wavered. She loved her audiences and they loved her right back

and now josephine enters to the panthéon .bravo josephine

Viva la France! Without it she would never become who she was; America will never be ready for such a human extraordinare. RIP Cher Josephine

I have worked with this legend in 1975 @ the Bobino theater. It was her last show. It was about her life From her growing up in St Louis til The Sporting Club in Monaco summer 1974. Celebrating her 50 years in show business. She was so kind generous always attentive to the whole crew She never sounded better. So fit and gorgeous it was a triumphant comeback !!!! The public stood and applause for 5 minutes shouting Je t aime Josephine !!!! It was very emotional to see her beloved Paris never forgotten her. I will cherish this experience all my life I recently went to her grave in Monaco to pay my respect to Madame Baker.43 years later ❤️

Che Josephine was FABULOUS! She was a champion and a warrior!!! 😘

She was Amazing. Talented. Elegant, Beautiful. She was just Everything.

une Héroïne Française....une Icone Française....la France ne l'oublia pas....un miracle de talent de courage et une visionaire... trés Chère Joséphine ....

Josephine Baker was an incredible, remarkable woman. Before anyone did anything, Josephine did everything! Fashion icon, diva extraordinaire, singer, dancer, humanitarian, mother, sister, lady, inspiration to all, civil rights activist, legend--these are just a few of the terms that describe La Baker. She was one of the most wonderful women that ever lived. Her birthday should be a national holiday!

Amazing. I have lived in St. Louis all my life and have know of Josephine Baker, but had no idea what an accomplished person she was. She is a true 'World' Hero.

Thank you. I had chills throughout this clip...especially towards the end. Its deep...very touching for me. TANTI JOSEPHINE":)

To travel across the Atlantic in those days took great courage. To overcome despite the prejudice of that era was a huge accomplishment. An AMAZING woman.

What an incredible woman. Beautiful, talented and a humanitarian...

great great and amazing woman!!!! simply awesome !!!!

Wow! What a documentary! St. Louis's Own Queen! I'm so proud of her!! 👍💖👍

So glad to see this documentary and keeping josephine baker legacy alive and well. I had the immense privilege and the honor to have worked with Miss Baker in 1975 @ Bobino. I was the youngest dancer in the cast . The show was called “ Josephine “ It was based on her life story celebrating her 50 years in show business from her humble beginning in St Louis to her triumphant comeback in Monte Carlo .A magnificent retrospective consisting of many musical tableaux The costumes were incredibly beautiful no expenses were too high for Miss Baker She used to call me “ her little page “ (Son petit page )cause of my age ! I just turned 18 th on April 1st 1975. She was like mother to all of us. “Notre Maman de Music hall “luckily for me I have tons of memorable pics from the show as well as unforgettable stories of this short but amazing Run . ! She was extremely engaged with all of the dancers like a second mother . Wanting to know everyone ‘s names Josephine really truly care about people She was a true legend immensely talented beautiful ,elegant ,generous , humble & kind . She would bring oranges for the entire company saying “ My children you need lots Vit C for strength and energy “ She was so right cause the rehearsals were long and grueling ,,,. Bobino ‘s stage was too small to accommodate a cast of 8 boys 12 girls 3 comedians 1 little girl (who played young josephine ) and 1 gorgeous dancer who performed the famous banana dance ....so they had to transformed the stage by expanding it ; including putting additional seats in the theater and building brand new dressing rooms to accommodate such a big cast all while we were practicing in the lobby of The theater. ! It was bit chaotic to say the list & quite cold being mid -February But no one seemed to care cause it was so exciting to be part of this legendary show ! None of the big Paris music ‘halls like Le Casino de Paris ,Le Moulin Rouge or les Folies Bergére wanted to take the risk producing Miss baker mostly for insurance purposes There were already rumors circulating of her failing health but finally a small theater on Paris left bank called Bobino took a chance ...Josephine liked to rehearsed late at night after we were done .She even enjoyed having her favorite dish Spaghetti bolognese around 1 am at a restaurant right across the theater. I will never forget the 1 st time I saw her performing once the stage was finally ready. That night She was in the audience watching us dancing with huge smile on her face applauding many times throughout being so proud of the cast. After all she was watching part of her whole life story in front of her eyes. ... In fact during the promotion of the show a French journalist asked her. “ How does it feel to be the starring in a musical retrospective of your own life story ? She replied “ it’s wonderful ..At least i will get to see what they think of me when I am still around !!!! I When we were done the director Andre levasseur said “ josephine c ‘ est a vous “ she jumped on stage and belt a song from the Brazilian number called” Que c‘est bon de vivre” She seemed to be completely possessed by the rhythm of the Afro Cuban sound very reminiscing of “Princess Tam-Tam “ all those years earlier Her moves were so unbelievable. Her body was in perfect shape specially in her Chanel suit !!!! There is No way you would have guessed that this beautiful lady was in her late 60 ‘s. A goddess still !!!! What thrill for me. A true Master “CLASS “,,,,,,, We rehearsed the show for about 1 month and half . We actually did more than 4 performances. We started with one week of previews on March 25 th with a special Press night on march 31 st to glorious reviews ! We had another full week of performances with a big opening gala on April 8 th with stars like Grace Kelly Sophia Loren & Alain Delon among many however neither Jackie ‘O ,Diana Ross Shirley Bassey or Liza Minelli ever attended any of performances . We had another show on the 9 th . She felt into a coma the 10 th and past in the early hours on the 12 th. We were invited VIP at her funeral ..Miss Baker had full military honor at la Madeleine church She reposes at the cemetery of Monaco. I went recently to pay my respects 46 years later. Josephine paved the way for Diana Ross Madonna Beyoncé and many other artists. A true legend. Unparalleled. ❤️❤️❤️. Check Photo of Bobino with La Baker et moi. Just Type. “Josephine baker and me Cittaroma P

My God Im a fool for havinf just realized how amazing she was! Magnifique! I love her!

I wish Jo was still living to see the advent of the computer She has 2 or 3 generations watching her performances on "You Tube"

She married Willie Wells around 1919 and then Married Willie "Billy" Baker in 1921. Her marriage to Mr Wells was so brief that she usually NEVER mentioned or acknowledged him.

Wow! What an incredible woman! I have always loved her and been a big fan. So ahead of her time.

THE BEST OF THE BEST ROLE MODEL FOR ANY ONE

She was an amazing woman.

Thank you for this amazing documentary ...Keeping it real....we need more Researchers to enlighten our youth.

A truly remarkable woman. Thanks for posting this.

Growing up in St. Louis in the 1940s and '50s I was very aware of Josephine Baker, her talent, her fame, and her St. Louis roots. When I was growing up, St. Louis was strictly segregated. BUT, interestingly, if you were a white kid who wanted to know black kids (I did) or a black kid who wanted to know white kids, there were ways to do it. Wise adults in the city make sure it did through special events and projects. That's how black kids ended up in places open only to white kids sometime.

St.Louis's Own Josephine Baker (1906-1975) #RIP 😇😇😇

From Freda Josephine McDonald to Josephine Baker. From St.Louis to New York to Paris. From humble beginnings to worldwide acclaim. The road that Josephine Baker took made her the toast of the world, especially in France, the country that made her the star that she was. Just like her medium-light brown skin, she glowed like a light bulb. So radiant and beautiful, so gifted in many ways. A treasure if there ever was one. She deserves to be celebrated.

had the immense privilege and the honor to have worked with Miss Baker in 1975 @ Bobino. I was the youngest dancer in the cast . The show was called “ Josephine “ It was based on her life story celebrating her 50 years in show business from her humble beginning in St Louis to her triumphant comeback in Monte Carlo ....She used to call me “ her little page “ (Son petit page )cause of my age ! I just turned 18 th on April 1st 1975. luckily for me I have tons of memorable pics from the show as well as unforgettable stories of this short but amazing run. ! She was extremely engaged with all of the dancers .Wanting to know everyone ‘s names .Josephine really truly care about people She was a true legend immensely talented beautiful ,elegant ,generous , humble & kind . She would bring oranges for the entire company saying “ My children you need lots Vit C for strength and energy “ She was so right cause the rehearsals were long and grueling ,,,. Bobino ‘s stage was too small to accommodate a cast of 8 boys 12 girls 3 comedians 1 little girl who played young josephine and 1 gorgeous dancer who perform the famous banana dance ! so they had to transformed the stage by expanding it including putting additional seats in the theater and building brand new dressing rooms to accommodate such a big cast all while we were practicing in the lobby of The theater. ! It was bit chaotic to say the list & quite cold being mid -February But no one seemed to care it was so exciting to be part of this show ! Even though None of the big Paris music ‘halls like Le Casino de Paris ,Le Moulin Rouge or les Folies Bergere wanted to take the risk producing Miss baker mostly for insurance purposes There were already rumors circulating of her failing health but a small theater on Paris left bank called Bobino took a chance ...Josephine liked to rehearsed late at night after we were done .She even enjoyed having her favorite dish Spaghetti bolognese around 1 am at a restaurant right across the theater. I will never forget the 1 st time I saw her performing once the stage was finally ready. That night She was in the audience watching us dancing with huge smile on her face applauding many times throughout being so proud of the cast. After all she was watching part of her whole life story in front of her eyes. ... In fact during the promotion of the show a French journalist asked her. “ How does it feel to see your life story being played and starring in your own life musical ? She replied “ it’s wonderful At least i will see what they think of me when I am still alive !!!! I When we were done the director Andre levasseur said “ josephine c ‘ est a vous “ she jumped on stage and belt a song from the Brazilian number called” Que c‘est bon de vivre” She seemed to be completely possessed by the rhythm of the Afro Cuban sound very reminiscing of “Princess Tam-Tam “ all those years earlier Her moves were so unbelievable. Her body was in perfect shape specially in her Chanel suit !!!! There is No way you would have guessed that this beautiful lady was in her late 60 ‘s. A goddess still !!!! What thrill for me. A true MASTER CLASS ,,,,,,, I have enjoyed the Documentary immensely. We rehearsed the show for about 1 month and half . We actually did more than 4 performances. We started with one week of previews on March 25 th with a special Press night on march 31 st to glorious reviews ! We had another full week of performances with a big opening gala on April 8 th with stars like Grace Kelly’s Sophia Loren & Alain Delon. We had another performance on the 9 th contrary of what the narrator of this docu says. She felt into a coma the 10 th and past on the early hours on the 12 th. Josephine paved the way for Diana Ross Madonna Beyoncé and many other artists. A true legend. Unparalleled. ❤️❤️❤️

She was a pure delight. No Swiss watch ever had a movement as good as hers.

Her humanism and wisdom was unique at the time

pure legend

I'm so glad this video is here. Thanks! a million stars!

St. Louis is a great music town. Josephine Baker, Scott Joplin, Henry Townsend, Robert Nighthawk, Miles Davis, Ike Turner, Oliver Sain, Johnnie Johnson, Chuck Berry, Albert King, Little Milton, Fontella Bass and many more.

She was a hero. Elle a gagne la croix de guerre.

THIS WAS AWESOME!

Beautiful sister in and out

what a incredibly amazing and beautiful woman!!!!!

incredible

My God she was beautiful!

So interesting! I learned so much that the HBO movie doesnt tell. LUVED IT! Glad 2 B a St. Louisan!

St Louis need more history on the city itself

I’m from St. Louis and I’m fascinated and I always have been fascinated by Joséphine Baker. My mother and I were able to attend her exhibit in 2006 at the Sheldon here in St. Louis. It’s funny because my brother is a Performer and actually lives in Berlin and has been there since 1983!! He’s still travels all over the world and performs. I am going to be finding some of her landmarks here in St. Louis… we need a monument in her name.

Wow she was remarkable incredible all the above I got a remember her every time I go through a struggle..Thank you Josephine Baker

What a thorough tribute! Never knew about the Fanny Brice Ziegfeld situation; the real reason she returned to France (interesting contrast when you think of Al Jolson's success and marriage to Ruby Keeler who was a close friend of Brice's and a Ziegfeld star)j. Josephine dated a lot of white guys including Hemingway who described her as Tall, coffee skin, ebony eyes, legs of paradise, a smile to end all smiles

Love you Josephine 🖤🐆

Really great! I had picked up scraps of the stories over the years... really appreciate the focus!

Beautiful

Love josephine

World famous artist COTTI painted life sized oils of Ms. Baker. When he was a teenager Ms. Baker offered him the opportunity to travel to Paris in her troupe to draw the designs of her breathtaking gowns. He was still in school so Mom would not agree at that time. When COTTI traveled to Paris Ms. Baker had passed away and he was not able to locate her family. He was on commission by Orson Welles. I danced on stage with her when I was about 4 years old and have been mesmerized by her strong human rights courage and have followed the path less traveled but never the caliber of Ms. Baker. I'll share this with my brother today. Thank you. The audio didn't work by the way.

Thank you for sharing

I remember having to read and answer questions on a quiz about Josephine (reading comprehension for my nursing entry program) i skipped over the reading and answered all the questions 😅 years after watching the movie when i took the test.

Excellent documentary

Before Grace Jones, Lola Falana, La Lupe, Beyonce, Rihana, Eartha Kitt, Toni Braxton, Cher and TinaTurner there was the original classic diva, JOSEPHINE BAKER!🎼🎶🎶💃🗼🐆

I salute this great lady.

All I have to say is, where is the movie paying tribute to this goddess? Only a super human could navigate the obstacles and barriers she did and achieve all the wonderful things she did.

Stunning!!

She saved many jews..God bless her❤

BRAVO!

Beautiful soul bravo x

captivating woman

ALSO SANG EN ESPANOL

Baker was a major influence of Star Treks Nichelle Nichols.

Fasinating and a full life

This women was Hot!!!!!!

An Honor to an Hero to us all

In other French video, they say french people suffer and we're traumatized by WW1. It was easy to accept african ism and Afro-American ism during this time. And she came at a good time... In a video not allowed with J.Baker,s life. A black creole woman can be maried to a Frenchman in France since the 19th century.

Black, white, blue or green... Maybe her ancestors have do good things, To grant the poor little girl Who was born in a royal town, The divine grace To became for ever and ever the Queen of Paris. Joséphine nous t'aimerons toujours !

What was the name of the story and the character that inspired Josephine Bakers banana skirt dance?

We love you Jo.....

She wasn't the first Henrietta venton Davis was they wrote her out of history because of her support for marcus garvey ...

WOW?!!

Elementary School of St Louis named Dumas is Alexandre Dumas ? The french writer ?

Before Lady Gaga there was Josphine Baker

$500 in 1925 is worth $8,578.00 today, which is what Miss Josephine was sending her mother (at minimum) every month.

I love you!!!

and you don't mention Princess Grace and what happened to J. Baker!?? strange

I met Joie in 1919. How? It's called reincarnation, but this then life I died during wartime in 1943. She (Joie) was more than more, & we loved each other for a time, or maybe it was just my feelings after a short time together. Regardless of reports & performances about her cross-dressing, she was 100% female to me.

She was a hustler too

Thankyouback these were our privareu yayas

I'll take $500.00 a month in 2020. I can only image how much money that equates to today.

To:Ms.African Narrator of the(Dancer Josephine Baker. . .) you resemble,actress Ms.Elizabeth Montgomery,as Samentha Stevens,from the 1960's sit'com'Bewitched': 8--19--2022'

She was also in the French military during WWII as a spy against Nazie Germany.

I think everyone fighting over what Josephine was, how she performed, who she was are simply HORRIBLE. There's a biography out that says her real father was a white man and that her step father was a black man. BIG FREAKIN DEAL. that racial mixture doesn't define Josephine as a person. I'm also the product of a mutliracial family, but my every day existence isn't based on that! if she's black, she's black...who cares! LOOK AT THE TALENT AND INSPIRATION SHE EXUDED!

What happened to the children?

The U.S nor St.Louis don’t deserve to claim her. They treated her so bad.

All human beings are children of god.

JOHN 3:16 FOR GOD SO LOVED THE WORLD, THAT HE GAVE HIS ONLY BEGOTTEN SON, THAT WHOSOEVER BELIEVETH IN HIM SHOULD NOT PERISH, BUT HAVE EVERLASTING LIFE.

what?

Shame On America Josephine Baker Is never noticed in Black History Month

ROMANS 6:23 FOR THE WAGES OF SIN IS DEATH, BUT THE GIFT OF GOD IS ETERNAL LIFE THROUGH JESUS CHRIST OUR LORD.

That is so crazy of that time. Every thing was about race. Like a over kill. of Race

her father was not white where did you hear that?

no harsh language my ass

Car Dieu! Josephine etait une femme noire, fin de l'histoire.

A black woman with a blondish streak in her hair? So how black she is? Stop this racist thing.

I love her face, but what this video shows of her dancing leaves much to be desired.

She was American...Not African American...Period