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Rosemary Clooney

Acting

Born May 23, 1928 · Maysville, Kentucky, USA

Died June 29, 2002

Also known as Rosie Clooney · The Clooney Sisters · Rose Mary Clooney

Biography

Rosemary Clooney (May 23, 1928 – June 29, 2002) was an American singer and actress. She came to prominence in the early 1950s with the song "Come On-a My House", which was followed by other pop numbers such as "Botch-a-Me", "Mambo Italiano", "Tenderly", "Half as Much", "Hey There" and "This Ole House". She also had success as a jazz vocalist. Clooney continued recording until her death in 2002.

Awards & recognition

  • Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award · 2002
  • Kentucky Women Remembered
  • star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

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