Fanny Brice was hired by Florenz Ziegfeld for his Ziegfeld Follies as a comedienne and entertainer known for her comic versatility. She initially performed comedic songs with a Yiddish accent and funny characters she created, such as "Soul Saving Sadie" and "Baby Snooks," a terrible toddler. She became a favorite star in the Follies, where she was known for broad physical comedy and humorous performances, eventually becoming a headline act