Proof that Esther Jones was not the model for Betty Boop

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This book has generated controversy, and the author appreciates the scrutiny from reputable scholars. The author expresses gratitude for the correspondence received and aims to provide proof that Esther Jones is not the model for Betty Boop.  

   "Mr. Taylor, It is about time someone took the initiative to finally put these false statements about Betty Boop’s origins to rest. I give you a tremendous round of applause to step up and do this. I found all your research to be correct and accurate. Thank you," Morgan Riley, PhD.

I will discuss two elements on this page, focusing on the trial concerning the testimony of Lou Bolton, manager of Esther Jones (Baby Esther), during Helen Kane’s Supreme Court trial in May 1934, which followed an unfavorable Lower Court ruling. Bolton testified about Esther's performance sounds from 1926 to 1928, mentioning phrases like ‘Boo-did-do-doo’, ‘Whad-da-da-da’, and others, although Esther herself was not subpoenaed and may have been in France at the time.  

“Were there other sounds besides the one that you have mentioned?”

“Yes, quiet a few,” Mr. Boulton responded to the questioning attorney. 

Helen Kane was seen at the Everglades club in April or May 1928, where Esther Jones performed. Testimony from Mr. Bolton indicated that there was no conclusive evidence that Kane stole the phrase "Boop-boop-a-doop" from Jones during the Supreme Court trial. Over 1300 pages of trial documents reviewed revealed no questioning regarding Baby Esther as the model for Betty Boop. Evidence regarding the design of Betty Boop surfaced posthumously through Grim Natwick, who stated in a 1974 interview that he created Betty Boop partly inspired by Kane's singing style. Natwick described Betty Boop's design evolution, noting her cuteness and style were influenced by Kane but reiterated he did not claim to be the sole creator of the character.