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Brook Benton - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | September 19, 1931 |
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| Died | April 09, 1988 (age 56) |
| Birthplace | Lugoff, South Carolina, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo - (see also Brook Benton's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Goat |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | A succession of chart-topping R&B and pop songs, including the hits "It's Just a Matter of Time," "Endlessly," and memorable duets with Dinah Washington such as "Baby (You've Got What It Takes)". |
Intro
Brook Benton was an American singer and songwriter noted for a string of hit singles in the late 1950s and early 1960s, celebrated for his smooth baritone voice and mastery of rhythm and blues and pop music.
Early Life & Background
Brook Benton, born Benjamin Franklin Peay, grew up in South Carolina as the son of a Methodist minister. He began singing in church choirs and gospel groups in his early teens, which influenced his passion for music.
Career Highlights
- Scored a No. 3 hit on the Billboard Hot 100 with "It's Just a Matter of Time" (1959)
- Recorded several successful duets with Dinah Washington, including the No. 1 R&B hit "Baby (You've Got What It Takes)" (1960)
- Amassed over 50 charting singles on the Billboard Hot 100 between 1959 and 1970
- Inducted into the South Carolina Music Hall of Fame
Trivia
- Benton wrote songs for other artists, including Nat King Cole and Clyde McPhatter.
- At his commercial peak, he placed more than two dozen songs on the Billboard Top 40.
- His real name was Benjamin Franklin Peay.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Brook Benton born?
Brook Benton was born the 19 September 1931.
Where is Brook Benton from?
Lugoff, South Carolina, United States.
On His Birth-Day
About September 19th, 1931, in brief:
- Historical events: On September 19, 1931, Japanese forces initiated the invasion of Mukden, marking the beginning of the Japanese invasion of Manchuria. This event led to the establishment of the puppet state of Manchukuo and significantly escalated tensions in East Asia.
- Day of the week: September 19th, 1931 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: Trader Horn directed by W.S. Van Dyke
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