Rosemary Clooney
American singer and actress (1928–2002)
Rosemary Clooney (May 23, 1928 – June 29, 2002) was an American singer and actress. She was born in Maysville, Kentucky.[1] She became known with her song "Come On-a My House". She starred in many movies. She was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and died of lung cancer in Beverly Hills, California.[2]
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![]() Rosemary Clooney in 1954 | |
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Born | Maysville, Kentucky, U.S. | May 23, 1928
Died | June 29, 2002 Beverly Hills, California, U.S. | (aged 74)
Genres | Traditional pop, vocal jazz |
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Years active | 1946–2001 |
Labels | Columbia MGM Coral RCA Victor Reprise Dot United Artists Concord Jazz |
Website | Rosemary Clooney Palladium website |
Her brother is television presenter Nick Clooney (born 1934). Her nephew was actor George Clooney, and she was the mother of actor Miguel Ferrer.
References
change- ↑ Severo, Richard (1 July 2012). "Rosemary Clooney, Legendary Pop Singer, Dies at 74". The New York Times. Retrieved 31 December 2012.
- ↑ allmusic
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