Perry Como
Pierino Ronald "Perry" Como (; May 18, 1912 – May 12, 2001) was an American singer, actor, and television personality. During a career spanning more than half a century, he recorded exclusively for RCA Victor for 44 years, from 1943 until 1987. "Mr. C.", as Como was nicknamed, reportedly sold over 100 million records worldwide and pioneered a weekly musical variety television show. His weekly television shows and seasonal specials were broadcast throughout the world. Como recorded primarily vocal pop and was renowned for recordings in the intimate, easy-listening genre pioneered by multimedia star Bing Crosby. In the official RCA Records Billboard magazine memorial, Como's life was summed up in these few words: "50 years of music and a life well lived. An example to all." Como received five Emmys from 1955 to 1959, and a Christopher Award in 1956. He also shared a Peabody Award with good friend Jackie Gleason in 1956. Como received a Kennedy Center Honor in 1987 and was inducted into the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Hall of Fame three years later. Posthumously, he received the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2002 and was inducted into the Long Island Music Hall of Fame in 2006. Como has the distinction of having three stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for his work in radio, television, and music.
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Covering Harry | ... and over the next few years, Perry Como , Barbra ... | |
Don't Leave Me (performed by Perry Como) | Perry Como's recording of "Don't Leave Me " was the b-side ... | |
I'm Always Chasing Rainbows | ... been recorded by Harry James , Perry Como , Helen ... | |
70 Years of Recorded Music [1971] | ... Presley , Julie Andrews , Perry Como , and Harry ... |
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Connections
- Don't Leave Me was covered by Perry Como
- Perry Como recorded Don't Leave Me