Aida Overton Walker was an African-American singer, actress, dancer, and choreographer that broke down barriers.
Born in New York City on Valentine’s Day 1880, Aida Overton began her career while still a teenager -- as a chorus member of "Black Patti's Troubadours."
While performing with the group, Aida met her future husband, prominent vaudeville performer George Walker.
After their marriage, Aida began working as a choreographer for his groundbreaking vaudevillian comedy duo Williams and Walker.
Aida soon joined the act -- playing the female lead.
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