Guy Mitchell - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | February 27, 1927 |
|---|---|
| Age | 99 |
| Birthplace | Detroit, Michigan, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces - (see also Guy Mitchell's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rabbit |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Hit songs such as 'Singing the Blues', 'Heartaches by the Number', and 'My Heart Cries for You' |
Intro
Guy Mitchell was an American pop singer and actor best known for a string of hit singles in the 1950s, including 'Singing the Blues' and 'Heartaches by the Number.' He enjoyed immense popularity during the early years of rock and roll and maintained a successful career as a recording artist and occasional actor.
Early Life & Background
Born Albert George Cernik to Croatian immigrant parents, Mitchell moved to Los Angeles at a young age. He won a radio talent contest as a teenager and began singing with big bands, eventually adopting the stage name Guy Mitchell.
Career Highlights
- Achieved several number-one hits on the U.S. charts in the 1950s, including 'Singing the Blues'
- Recorded more than 40 singles that charted in the U.S. and UK
- Appeared in films such as 'Those Redheads from Seattle' (1953)
- Starred in his own television variety show, 'The Guy Mitchell Show', in 1957
Trivia
- He was discovered and promoted by Columbia Records executive Mitch Miller, who also gave him his stage name.
- Mitchell briefly replaced Frank Sinatra as lead singer for the Harry James Orchestra.
FAQs
People also ask
Guy Mitchell is 99 years old.
Guy Mitchell was born the 27 February 1927.
Detroit, Michigan, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About February 27th, 1927, in brief:
- Historical events: On February 27, 1927, U.S. Marines were deployed to Shanghai, China, amid rising tensions and civil unrest. This deployment was part of a broader strategy to protect American interests and citizens in the region during a tumultuous period.
- Day of the week: February 27th, 1927 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: The Gaucho directed by F. Richard Jones
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