Cass Elliot (born Ellen Naomi Cohen; September 19, 1941 – July 29, 1974), better known as Mama Cass, was an American singer and actress who is best known for having been a member of the Mamas and the Papas. After the group broke up, she released five solo albums. In 1998, she was posthumously inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame for her work with the Mamas and the Papas.
instruments played
Vocals
Associated Acts
The Mamas and the Papas The Triumvirate The Big 3 Dave Mason The Mugwumps
Children
1
Genres
Folk rock sunshine pop
Occupation
Singer, actress, producer
Other Names
Mama Cass, The Queen of Laurel Canyon
Relatives
Leah Kunkel (sister)
Resting Place
Mount Sinai Memorial Park Cemetery
Spouses
James Hendricks (m. 1963; annulled 1968) Donald von Wiedenman (m. 1971; div. 1971)
Website
Years Active
1959 1974
Name
Cass Elliot
Nationality
United States of America