On this day, August 3rd, 1926, legendary singer Tony Bennett is born in Astoria, Queens, New York City. Born Anthony Dominick Benedetto, Bennett is an accomplished singer and less commonly known, painter.
Bennett also served in the army in the late stages of World War II.
His singing career took off in 1949 after opening for Pearl Bailey where he was introduced to Bob Hope. Hope took him on the road with him and simplified his name.
Bennett has said that he will never retire and as of this year began working on an album of Latin American music duets.
Bennett also served in the army in the late stages of World War II.
His singing career took off in 1949 after opening for Pearl Bailey where he was introduced to Bob Hope. Hope took him on the road with him and simplified his name.
Bennett has said that he will never retire and as of this year began working on an album of Latin American music duets.
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