EntertainmentAmerican1896 – 1989
Revella Hughes
Pioneering contralto singer and actress, classical music performer
Biography
American contralto singer and actress who was a pioneering Black performer in the early-to-mid 20th century. Known for her operatic voice and work in theater and concert performances.
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Category
Entertainment
Nationality
American
Born
1896
Died
1989
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Revella
English origin
“A feminized variant of Revell, Revella adds elegance through the '-ella' suffix (popular in Romance and English naming). The name suggests revelation and feminine grace, appealing to parents seeking something distinctive yet melodic.”