About Martha Jean-Claude
Martha Jean-Claude was one of Haiti's first international singing stars. Her career spanned six decades, taking her from Haitian nightclubs to Cuban radio to stages worldwide. A fierce activist, she used her platform to fight for Haitian rights and dignity.
Quick Facts
Full name
Martha Jean-Claude
Born
1919-06-22
Birthplace
Port-au-Prince, Haiti
Origin
Port-au-Prince, Haiti / Cuba
Primary genre
folk
Career start
1940