The Ziegfeld Follies was the ultimate talent showcase of the early 20th century. Launching in 1907, these stage spectacles blended music, dance, and comedy into a show-stopping mix that kept audiences coming back through the 1930s. Stars like Fanny Brice, W.C. Fields, and Sophie Tucker cut their teeth on its stages before moving on to radio, film, and Broadway. Today, we’re tracking down the performers who made the Follies buzz. Scroll on to meet the faces that shaped an era of American entertainment.
#1: Fanny Brice
Fanny Brice joined the Follies in 1910 and quickly became one of its biggest draws. Known for her comedic timing and signature songs like “My Man,” she charmed audiences with both humor and heart. After the Follies, Brice expanded into Broadway and radio, starring in the NBC series Baby Snooks. Also, her life later inspired the 1964 musical Funny Girl.
