Johnny Desmond - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | November 14, 1919 |
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| Died | September 06, 1985 (age 65) |
| Birthplace | Detroit, Michigan, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio - (see also Johnny Desmond's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Goat |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Popular American singer of the 1940s-1950s, member of Glenn Miller's Army Air Forces Orchestra, recording artist and radio performer. |
Intro
Johnny Desmond was an American popular singer who gained fame in the 1940s and 1950s. He was known for his smooth baritone voice and frequently performed on radio, with big bands, and as a solo recording artist. Desmond was also notable for his time as a vocalist with Glenn Miller's Army Air Forces Orchestra during World War II.
Early Life & Background
Johnny Desmond, born Giovanni Alfredo De Simone, began singing as a child in Detroit, studying music and forming his own singing group, The Downbeats, which later became known as The Bob-O-Links.
Career Highlights
- Lead vocalist with Glenn Miller's Army Air Forces Orchestra during World War II.
- Regular solo recording artist with numerous hits, including 'Don’t You Remember Me?', 'A Bushel and a Peck', and 'The Picnic Song'.
- Frequent performer on the radio programs such as 'The Breakfast Club' and 'The Don McNeill Show.'
- Appeared on Broadway in the musical 'Say, Darling' in 1958.
Trivia
- Served in the U.S. Army during World War II as a featured singer.
- He was sometimes called 'The Creamer' due to the smoothness of his voice.
- Desmond also performed on television, including as a guest on musical variety shows.
FAQs
People also ask
Johnny Desmond was born the 14 November 1919.
Detroit, Michigan, United States.
On His Birth-Day
About November 14th, 1919, in brief:
- Historical events: On November 14, 1919, the Red Army captured the city of Omsk from White Army forces. This strategic victory was significant in the context of the Russian Civil War, as Omsk was a major stronghold for the anti-Bolshevik forces.
- Day of the week: November 14th, 1919 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Scorpio (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: You Can't Get Lovin' Where There Ain't No Love by Nora Bayes
- Popular movie: Male and Female directed by Cecil B. DeMille
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