Paramount proved this by showing Clara Bow (a Paramount Actress) also had the Betty Boop style of dress and hair.Įvidence was produced that Kane actually derived that singing style from watching Baby Esther perform at the Cotton Club several years before the creation of the Betty Boop character. Aint Cha by Betty Boop, singing by Mae Betty Boop Questel. Add to Favorites Betty Tribute to Dmx, Design for print, Instant Download, Sublimation, Trending, Wall Decor, DTF.

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