Gene Pitney - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | February 17, 1940 |
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| Died | April 05, 2006 (age 66) |
| Birthplace | Hartford, Connecticut, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius - (see also Gene Pitney's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dragon |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Renowned for his emotive vocals and chart-topping hits in the 1960s, including 'Town Without Pity,' 'Only Love Can Break a Heart,' and 'Twenty Four Hours from Tulsa'. He also wrote songs for other artists, such as 'He's a Rebel.' |
Intro
Gene Pitney was an American singer-songwriter and musician known for his distinctive voice and a string of pop hits during the 1960s. He gained fame for solo hits like 'Town Without Pity', 'Twenty Four Hours from Tulsa', and also as a successful songwriter for other artists.
Early Life & Background
Gene Pitney was born in Hartford, Connecticut, and grew up in the nearby town of Rockville. He developed a passion for music at an early age and formed his first band, Gene & The Genials, while in high school. He later joined another group called The Embers before launching his solo career.
Career Highlights
- Achieved his first major hit with 'Town Without Pity' in 1961.
- Reached the Top 10 on the US charts with several singles, including 'Only Love Can Break a Heart' and 'It Hurts to Be in Love.'
- Wrote 'He's a Rebel', which became a No.1 hit for The Crystals.
- Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2002.
- Continued to chart internationally, especially in the UK, throughout the 1970s and 1980s.
Trivia
- Gene Pitney is the only American singer to have had two simultaneous Top 10 UK singles while alive.
- He was fluent in Italian and recorded songs in several languages.
FAQs
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Gene Pitney was born the 17 February 1940.
Hartford, Connecticut, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About February 17th, 1940, in brief:
- Historical events: On February 17, 1940, General Erich von Manstein presented his plan for the German invasion of France and the Low Countries to Adolf Hitler. The plan, later known as the Manstein Plan, was a key component of the German strategy during World War II.
- Day of the week: February 17th, 1940 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: The Grapes of Wrath directed by John Ford
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