Etta Moten's impressive repertoire extends far beyond her notable vocal dubbing and cinematic appearances. Notably, she took on the iconic role of Bess in the 1943 revival of the esteemed musical masterpiece "Porgy and Bess", a performance that was personally requested by the legendary composer Ira Gershwin, whose brother George had unfortunately passed away in 1937.
Beyond her accomplishments in the entertainment industry, Etta Moten and her husband, Claude Barnett, the founder of the Negro Associated Press, had the distinct honor of serving as United States representatives at the independence celebrations of Ghana and several other African nations.
In addition to her work as a radio journalist, Etta Moten had the privilege of conducting a noteworthy interview with the esteemed Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on March 6, 1957, following the ceremonies in Ghana. Furthermore, she hosted her own radio show on WMAQ/NBC in Chicago for many years, solidifying her status as a multifaceted and accomplished individual.
