Cleo Laine is a British jazz singer and actress who has been performing for over six decades. She is known for her unique vocal range and her ability to sing in multiple languages. She has won two Grammy Awards and has been nominated for several others. She has also been awarded the Order of the British Empire for her services to music. Her career has spanned from musical theatre to jazz, classical, and pop music. She has collaborated with many renowned musicians, including John Dankworth, Quincy Jones, and Wynton Marsalis.