Billie Collection

BILLIE HOLIDAY (1915-1959). American singer. Photographed in 1948

BILLIE JEAN KING. American tennis player. Photographed during the San Francisco tennis tournament in January 1974

BILLIE HOLIDAY (1915-1959). American jazz singer, holding an African sculpture. Photographed by Carl Van Vechten, 1949

BILLIE HOLIDAY (1915-1959). American jazz singer

Lady Desborough with her sons, Julian and Billy
Ethel Anne Priscilla ( Ettie ) Grenfell (n饠 Fane), Lady Desborough (1867-1952), Wife of William Henry Grenfell, Baron Desborough

Billie Holiday (1915-1959, born Eleanora Fagan) African American jazz singer and songwriter

Billie Burke wearing range of Dolly Tree creations
Brown herringbone lightweight tweed was featured in a two-piece tailored suit (top left) designed by Dolly Tree for Billie Burke in Bridal Suite (1939)

Aladdin, pantomime, National Theatre, Kingsway, London. 1914

Billie Dove, American film actress Date: 1931

Billie Barlow as Little Boy Blue Date: 1890s

Miss Billie Lawford, daughter of Lady Gertrude Lawford, pictured in The Bystander at the time of her engagement to Kenneth Baird. Date: 1924

Dancer American Billy Shaw appearing at Chez Nous cabaret
The dancer American Billy Shaw (Billie Shaw) appearing at Chez Nous cabaret, Hotel Excelsior, Lido-Venice, 1927 with Bobby Dupree doing eccentric, acrobatic and novety dances Date: 1927

Billie Burke in Everybody Sing (1938) Date: 1938

Billie Burke in Bridal Suite (1939)
A blue wool two-piece suit with shoulder cape in blue, grey and mustard plaid, designed by Dolly Tree for Billie Burke in Bridal Suite (1939). A large envelope bag repeated the plaid

Goat Show at the Crystal Palace (engraving)
6016491 Goat Show at the Crystal Palace (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Goat Show at the Crystal Palace)

Pilain Vintage Landaulet - Car
Pilain Vintage Landaulet/Car, USA. Showing the actress Miss Billie Burke Date: 1906

Programme for Billie Holiday and Jack Parnell & His Orchestra, Royal Albert Hall - February 1954. Presented by Arrangement by Harold Davison

Miss Billie Burke, (1884-1970), c1930. Creator: Unknown
Miss Billie Burke, (1884-1970), c1930. American actress of radio, early silent film, and subsequently in sound film, famous on Broadway

Miss Billie Burke, c1930. Creator: Unknown
Miss Billie Burke, (1884-1970), c1930. American actress of radio, early silent film, and sound film, famous on Broadway. [J. Beagles & Co. London]

Miss A. M. Yorke - Low Forehand Volley, c1935. Creator: Unknown
Miss A. M. Yorke - Low Forehand Volley, c1935. From Tennis - An Album of Famous Players in Action, by Gordon R. Weddell. [John Player & Sons, , c1935]

Billie Burke (1885-1970), American actress, 1908-1909. Artist: Alfred Ellis & Walery
Billie Burke (1885-1970), American actress, 1908-1909. Mary William Ethelbert Appleton Burke was an Oscar-nominated American actress primarily known to modern audiences for her role as Glinda

Billie Dove (1903-1997), American actress, 1928. Artist: WD & HO Wills
Billie Dove (1903-1997), American actress, 1928. Number 8 (of 25) in the second set of WD & HO Wills Cigarette Cards entitled Cinema Stars (1928)

Billie Burke (1885-1970), American actress, 1908. Artist: Johnston & Hoffman
Billie Burke (1885-1970), American actress, 1908. From the Davidson Bros. Postcard Series

Billie Burke (1886-1970), American actress, early 20th century. Artist: J Beagles & Co
Billie Burke (1886-1970), American actress, early 20th century

Billie Burke, American actress, c1903-1919. Billie Burkes (1884-1970) stage career began in London in 1903. She later returned to the United States to become a star in Broadway musical comedies

Billie Burke and Farren Soutar in a scene from The Belle of Mayfair, early 20th century. Artist: Bassano Studio
Billie Burke and Farren Soutar in a scene from The Belle of Mayfair, early 20th century

Billie Seward, American actress, 1934-1935. Bille Seward appeared in 25 films between 1934 and 1944. Taken from Meet the Film Stars, by Seton Margrave. (London, 1934-1935)

Billie Burke (1884 - 1970) American actress, dressed as a shepherdess. Date: 1905

Billie Dove - American Actress of the silent film era
Billie Dove (1903-1997) - one of the most popular American actresses of the 1920s. Date: circa 1925

Photo of Miss Billie Shaw and Mr Barrie Oliver
Black and white photo in the Illustrated Sporting and Dramatic News of 24th October 1925 of Miss Billie Shaw and Mr Barrie Oliver who were appearing at the Cafe de Paris in London in a revue

The Great Liberty Loan Tableaux in New York
The Great Liberty Loan Tableaux, staged in New York, featured a number of well-known actresses including Ethel Barrymore as Liberty, Billie Burke as Humanity and Irene Castle as France

SILENT FILM STILL: COUPLES. Billie Dove in a still from Night Watch, 1928

Billie Leonard
The lovely Billie Leonard, music hall star

Miss Phyllis Monkman - English Actress and Dancer
Miss Phyllis Monkman (1892-1976) - English Actress and Dancer in the title role in Dear Little Billie a musical comedy at The Shaftesbury Theatre, London

Billie Burkes Packard
Actress BILLIE BURKE wears an ensemble with a narrow draped skirt & round necked blouse which partially covers the skirt to create a short tunic & is worn with a belt. Date: 1913

Billie Dove (Lilian Bohny) (1903 1997), American actress, mainly in silent films

The Houston Sisters
British vaudeville entertainers, Renee and Billie Houston, better known as the Houston Sisters. Date: 1927

Billie Bernice - Showgirl Date: 1938

Panhard et Levassor Vintage Car, England. Showing actress Billie Burke. Date: 1910s

Pilain Vintage Car - Landaulet
Pilain Vintage Car/ Landaulet, USA. Showing the actress Miss Billie Burke Date: 1914

St Thomas Hopital - Lee, Griffin, Burtie, Mac and Billie on the roof Date: 1921

Billie Carleton in Fair and Warmer
Billie Carleton (4 September 1896 28 November 1918), an English musical comedy actress during the First World War. She began her professional stage career at age 15

Billie Carleton & Malvina Longfellow
A double page spread of photographs profiling Billie Carleton, (4 September 1896 28 November 1918), English musical comedy actress during the First World War

Billie Carleton & Dennis Eadie in Freedom of the Seas, 1918
Billie Carleton (4 September 1896 28 November 1918) was an English musical comedy actress during the First World War. She began her professional stage career at age 15

Sketch cover, Miss Billie Carleton
Front cover of The Sketch featuring a portrait of Billie Carleton English musical comedy actress during the First World War

Billie Carleton (4 September 1896 28 November 1918) was an English musical comedy actress during the First World War. She began her professional stage career at age 15

BILLIE SOL ESTES (1925-2013). American businessman. Conferring with attorneys John Dennison and John Cofer during his televised fraud trial. Photograph, 1962

BILLIE HOLIDAY (1915-1959). American singer. Backstage at Carnegie Hall in New York City. Photograph by William P. Gottlieb, c1947

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"Billie: A Timeless Icon of Jazz and Inspiration" Step into the world of Billie, a name that echoes through time with grace and talent. From the sultry voice Holiday to the fierce determination Jean King, this name has been carried by remarkable individuals who have left an indelible mark on their respective fields. Billie Holiday, born Eleanora Fagan, was an American jazz singer whose soulful melodies captivated audiences in the 1940s. In a mesmerizing photograph from 1948, she exudes elegance and strength as her voice fills the air with emotion. Another snapshot captures her holding an African sculpture, showcasing her appreciation for artistry beyond music. Not far behind is Billie Jean King, an American tennis player known for breaking barriers both on and off the court. During a San Francisco tournament in January 1974, she radiates confidence and determination as she prepares to conquer yet another victory. Her legacy extends far beyond sports as she fought tirelessly for gender equality in athletics. Lady Desborough's sons Julian and Billy also bear this iconic name. Their youthful innocence shines through in a heartwarming image that reminds us of family bonds and cherished moments shared together. Billie Carleton may be lesser-known but no less significant; her presence graced stages as an actress during her time. She brought characters to life with passion and skill, leaving audiences enchanted by her performances. The enchantment continues with Billie Dove - an American film actress whose beauty transcended screens during Hollywood's golden era. Adorned in Dolly Tree creations, she epitomizes glamour at its finest. Even aviation pays homage to this illustrious name with Canadair CL-13A Sabre 5 23238 being referred to simply as "Billie. " This aircraft soars through skies carrying dreams high above clouds while honoring those who inspire greatness.