Lee Morse

A torchsong singer renowned for her versatility, Lee Morse's troubles with alcohol prevented from attaining the fame her talents promised. Born Lena Taylor in 1897, Morse grew up in a musical family in Kooskia, Idaho. After marrying and having a son, Morse left her family for the vaudeville circuit of the west coat around 1920, signing with producer Will King. A year later, she began working in ...more