Bert Williams — American Entertainer born on November 12, 1875, died on March 04, 1922

Bert Williams was one of the pre-eminent entertainers of the Vaudeville era and one of the most popular comedians for all audiences of his time. He was by far the best-selling black recording artist before 1920. In 1918, the New York Dramatic Mirror called Williams "one of the great comedians of the world.".. (wikipedia)