Cass Elliot

Born: 1941-09-19

Birthplace: Baltimore, Maryland, USA

Biography

Cass Elliot (born Ellen Naomi Cohen; September 19, 1941 - July 29, 1974), also known as Mama Cass, was an American singer, member of The Mamas & the Papas and actress. After the group broke up, she released five solo albums. In 1998, Elliot, John Phillips, Denny Doherty, and Michelle Phillips were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame for their work as The Mamas & the Papas.

Known For

Jim Henson Idea Man
Monterey Pop
The Velvet Underground
The Fabulous Allan Carr
Greenwich Village: Music That Defined a Generation
Andy Warhol Screen Tests
Pufnstuf
Jimi Plays Monterey
Saga of Sonora
Monterey Pop - The Outtake Performances

Top Movie Credits

Jim Henson Idea Man Self (archive footage)
Monterey Pop Self - Mamas and the Papas
The Velvet Underground Self (archive footage)
Pufnstuf Witch Hazel (as Mama Cass)
Jimi Plays Monterey Self (archive footage)
Saga of Sonora Mrs. James (as 'Mama' Cass Elliot)