Jackie “Moms” Mabley was the first woman comedian in the U.S. to have a long-lasting and successful career. Born #onthisday in 1894, we celebrate the innovative humorist with a joke quote, basic facts and information on many sources to learn so much more.

Sources:

• Moms Mabley: I’ve Got Somethin’ To Tell You (2013 Whoopi Goldberg-directed doc)

• Amazing Grace (1974)

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