Wanda Jackson
American singer, songwriter, pianist and guitarist
1937 — present
Quick Facts
Profession
American singer, songwriter, pianist and guitarist
Born
October 20, 1937
Age
~89 years
Name Origin
English
Timeline
singer, singer-songwriter, guitarist
United StatesBorn in Maud
1937
Born in Maud (1937-10-20)
2000
AwardOklahoma Music Hall of Fame
2009
AwardRock and Roll Hall of Fame
2010
AwardAmericana Lifetime Achievement Award for Performance
2014
AwardOklahoma Hall of Fame
2022
AwardOklahoma Women's Hall of Fame
About
Wanda LaVonne Jackson is an American retired singer and songwriter. Since the 1950s, she has recorded and released music in the genres of rock, country and gospel. She was among the first women to have a career in rock and roll, recording a series of 1950s singles that helped give her the nickname "The Queen of Rockabilly". She is also counted among the first female stars in the genre of country music.
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Who is Wanda Jackson?+
Wanda LaVonne Jackson is an American retired singer and songwriter. Since the 1950s, she has recorded and released music in the genres of rock, country and gospel. She was among the first women to have a career in rock and roll, recording a series of 1950s singles that helped give her the nickname "
What does the name Wanda mean?+
The name Wanda means "A female given name from Polish.". It is of English origin.
When was Wanda Jackson born?+
Wanda Jackson was born on October 20, 1937.
Name Meaning
A female given name from Polish.
The name Wanda is of English origin, meaning "A female given name from Polish.". It is traditionally a female name.
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Wanda — October 20, 1937
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Libra
Diplomatic, gracious, fair-minded
Air · Venus · Sep 23 – Oct 22
Chinese Zodiac
Ox
Diligent, dependable, strong
Fire · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
4 Kan
Seed — abundance, growth, fertility
Celtic Tree
Ivy
Loyal, compassionate, giving
Ogham: Gort · Sep 30 – Oct 27
Birthstone: Opal — Hope, creativity
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