Ruby Wilson

About

American blues and gospel singer and actress known for having sung in clubs on Beale Street, Memphis, Tennessee for more than 40 years. She has also appeared in a number of films, including The People vs. Larry Flynt and Cookie's Fortune.

Before Fame

She worked as a kindergarten teacher in Memphis before gaining fame as a singer.

Trivia

She received the Memphis Sound Award for Best Entertainer in 2006.

Family Life

She married and later divorced BB King's road manager. Her mother was a church choir director.

Associated With

She has performed with Ray Charles and Isaac Hayes.