Role

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Performer

Country

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United States of America

Birth

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September 20, 1924 in Philadelphia, PA

Death

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March 10, 2016 in Los Angeles, CA

 

Gogi Grant was an American singer and actress who rose to fame in the 1950s and 1960s. She was born as Myrtle Audrey Arinsberg on September 20, 1924, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Her parents were Russian Jewish immigrants who had settled in the United States. Gogi grew up in a musical family and started singing at a young age. She was trained in classical music and had a natural talent for singing. Gogi's career in music began in the 1940s when she started performing in nightclubs and on radio shows. She adopted the stage name Gogi Grant and signed a recording contract with RCA Victor in 1952. Her first hit single was "Suddenly There's a Valley," which reached number nine on the Billboard charts in 1955. The song was a cover of a British tune and became a popular hit in the United States. Gogi's success continued with her next single, "The Wayward Wind," which became a number one hit in 1956. The song was written by Stanley Lebowsky and Herb Newman and was originally recorded by Tex Ritter. Gogi's version of the song became a classic and is still played on radio stations today. She followed up with other hits such as "Who Are We," "Strange Are the Ways of Love," and "When the Tide Is High." Gogi's success as a singer led to opportunities in film and television. She appeared in several movies, including "The Big Beat" (1958) and "The Gene Krupa Story" (1959). She also made guest appearances on television shows such as "The Ed Sullivan Show," "The Dinah Shore Show," and "The Perry Como Show." In 1957, Gogi was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Song for "The Green Leaves of Summer" from the movie "The Alamo." The song was written by Dimitri Tiomkin and Paul Francis Webster and was performed by Gogi in the film. Although she did not win the award, the nomination helped to solidify her status as a respected artist in the music industry. Gogi continued to record and perform throughout the 1960s and 1970s. She released several albums, including "Torch Time," "Granted It's Gogi," and "Suddenly There's Gogi Grant." She also appeared on television shows such as "The Hollywood Palace" and "The Red Skelton Show." In the 1980s, Gogi retired from the music industry and moved to California. She continued to make occasional appearances on television and in concerts. In 1992, she was inducted into the Hit Parade Hall of Fame for her contributions to the music industry. Gogi Grant passed away on March 10, 2016, at the age of 91. She was remembered as a talented singer and actress who had a unique voice and style. Her music continues to be played on radio stations and is enjoyed by fans around the world.

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