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Eartha Kitt Biography Outline
- Artist Background (intro)
- Elaborate on society at the time
- Explain childhood and upbringing
- Note how she opened the door for women by excepting and displaying promiscuity in the music and film industry
- Artist on the rise
- Introduce Kitt’s discovery (record label, etc.)
- Emphasize popularity in the U.S
- Peak of career
- Personal life
- Touch on love life
- Personal battles during fame
- Rising issues in Kitt’s life
- Artist Later years
- Introduce breakout film
- The populations perception of Kitt
- Speak on years leading up to her passing
- Legacy of Artist (conclusion)
- Shed light on the doors that she and other black artist have opened for future musicians
- Impact of Kitt’s success on the black community
- closing statement emphasizing how Kitt’s influence in music and film was positive for women of color
By: Alyssia Santiago
