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American jazz singer, bandleader, dancer, and actor celebrated for his energetic scat singing, flamboyant stage presence, and signature 'Hi-De-Ho' style.Cab Calloway rose to fame as the charismatic bandleader at Harlem's Cotton Club in the 1930s. His orchestra became one of the most popular African-American big bands, known for hits like 'Minnie the Moocher.' He pioneered jazz entertainment through film, Broadway, and television, maintaining cultural relevance for over six decades until his d...