Singers who died on October 17

Take a focused look at the singers who passed away on October 17. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 2007 Teresa Brewer

  Teresa Brewer was a popular American singer known for her distinctive, cheerful voice and a string of chart-topping hits in the 1950s and 1960s. She is widely recognized as one of the most successful female vocalists of her era, crossing over from traditional pop to jazz and country. [bio]