Toto Bissainthe

Toto Bissainthe

Deceased · Born: Apr 2, 1934 · Died: Jun 4, 1994

Personal Details

BornApr 2, 1934 Cap-Haïtien, Haïti

Biography

Toto Bissainthe, a Haitian actress and singer of immense talent, is renowned for her groundbreaking fusion of traditional Vodou and rural themes and music with contemporary lyricism and arrangements, which set her apart from her contemporaries. Born in the vibrant city of Cap-Haïtien in the year 1934, she embarked on an early journey abroad to pursue her passion for acting, leaving behind the shores of her native Haiti.

Career

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1966
Black Girl
Black Girl as Diouana (voice)
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1959
Checkerboard
Checkerboard as Bessie Vance