Ethel Walters

Ethel Walters was a multitalented artist during and after the Harlem Renaissance. She began her career as a singer but eventually transitioned to acting. This video is a clip from 1929 film "On With The Show". Walters sings "Birmingham Bertha" solo in her eloquent feather hat. This was the first movie with sound filmed in color; however, only black and white copies still exist.