Betty George
American singer From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
American singer From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Betty George (April 11, 1926 – November 16, 2007) was an American singer of Greek descent. She was a soloist during the big band era.
Betty George | |
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Background information | |
Born | Manchester, New Hampshire, United States | April 11, 1926
Died | November 16, 2007 81) (aged North Greenbush, New York, United States |
Genres | Jazz |
Occupation | Singer |
Formerly of | Casa Loma Orchestra |
George went to New York, where she sang with big bands including those of Artie Shaw, Glenn Miller, and Tommy Dorsey.[1]
She worked for over 16 years with Milton Berle,[2] and in 1953-1954 was a regular on The Jerry Lester Show, a variety program on ABC television.[3]
Her Broadway credits include Ankles Aweigh (1955), As the Girls Go (1948), and Heaven on Earth (1948).[4]
George recorded for Decca Records and CBS Studios.[1]
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