Role

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Performer

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Renaissance

 

 

Modern

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Orchestral

 

 

Orchestral

 

 

Vocal

 

Bobby Howes was a British actor, singer, and dancer who made a name for himself in the world of classical music during the early 20th century. Born on August 18, 1895, in London, England, Howes was the son of a theatrical family. His father, also named Bobby Howes, was a well-known actor and comedian, and his mother, Madge Saunders, was a singer and actress. Growing up in a theatrical family, Howes was exposed to the world of entertainment from a young age. He began performing on stage as a child, and by the time he was a teenager, he had developed a passion for singing and dancing. In 1913, at the age of 18, Howes made his professional debut in the musical comedy "The Belle of Brittany." Over the next few years, Howes continued to perform in a variety of musicals and revues, honing his skills as a singer and dancer. In 1917, he was drafted into the British Army and served in World War I. After the war, he returned to the stage and continued to build his career as a performer. In the 1920s, Howes began to make a name for himself as a leading man in musical comedies. He starred in a number of successful productions, including "The Blue Train," "The Cabaret Girl," and "The Girl in the Taxi." He also began to make a name for himself as a recording artist, releasing a number of popular songs and albums. In the 1930s, Howes continued to build his career as a performer, appearing in a number of successful musicals and revues. He also began to make a name for himself in the world of film, appearing in a number of movies, including "The Love Parade" and "The Ghost Train." One of the highlights of Howes' career came in 1935, when he starred in the musical comedy "Tonight's the Night." The show was a huge success, running for over 600 performances and earning Howes critical acclaim for his performance. In the late 1930s, Howes began to focus more on his career as a recording artist. He released a number of successful albums, including "Bobby Howes Sings" and "Bobby Howes at the Palace." He also continued to perform on stage and in films, but his recording career became his primary focus. During World War II, Howes continued to perform for British troops, entertaining them with his singing and dancing. He also appeared in a number of patriotic films, including "The Next of Kin" and "The Foreman Went to France." After the war, Howes continued to perform and record, but his career began to slow down in the 1950s. He made his final film appearance in 1952, in the movie "The Happy Family." He continued to perform on stage and in cabaret shows, but he never achieved the same level of success that he had in the 1930s and 1940s. Despite his declining career, Howes remained a beloved figure in the world of entertainment. He was known for his charm, his wit, and his talent as a singer and dancer. He died on April 27, 1972, at the age of 76, but his legacy as a performer and recording artist lives on.

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