Virginia Prentiss | |
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_Prentiss_(2).jpg) c.1880 | |
| Born | c. 1832 |
| Died | 27 November 1922 Oakland, California |
| Burial place | Mountain View Cemetery, Oakland |
| Citizenship | USA |
| Known for | Jack London's nanny |
Daphne Virginia Prentiss, also known as "Jennie", "Jenny", or "Mammy Jenny" (c. 1832–November 27, 1922) was an African-American woman who was the nanny of the writer Jack London and a significant figure in his life. She was also a notable community leader through her work with organisations such as the Federated Negro Woman's Club.