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Nat Cole - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | March 17, 1919 |
|---|---|
| Age | 107 |
| Birthplace | Montgomery, Alabama, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces - (see also Nat Cole's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Goat |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Jazz piano, singing, and being a pioneering African American entertainer on radio and television. |
Intro
Nat King Cole was an American jazz pianist and vocalist, famous for his smooth baritone voice and for being one of the first African American musicians to host a national television variety show in the United States.
Early Life & Background
Nat King Cole, born Nathaniel Adams Coles, grew up in Chicago, Illinois after his family moved there when he was four. He learned to play the organ from his mother, a church organist, and was heavily influenced by gospel music and jazz greats during his youth.
Career Highlights
- Formed the King Cole Trio in the late 1930s and gained national attention with the hit 'Straighten Up and Fly Right.'
- Achieved solo success with songs such as 'Unforgettable,' 'Mona Lisa,' and 'Nature Boy.'
- Became the first African American to host a national television variety show, 'The Nat King Cole Show,' on NBC in 1956.
- Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and awarded the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award posthumously.
Trivia
- The 'King' in his stage name was added by a club owner, referencing the nursery rhyme 'Old King Cole.'
- He recorded in several languages, including Spanish and French.
- Cole was an accomplished jazz pianist before achieving fame as a vocalist.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Nat Cole?
Nat Cole is 107 years old.
When was Nat Cole born?
Nat Cole was born the 17 March 1919.
Where is Nat Cole from?
Montgomery, Alabama, United States.
On His Birth-Day
About March 17th, 1919, in brief:
- Historical events: On March 17, 1919, renowned American jazz pianist and vocalist Nat King Cole was born in Montgomery, Alabama. He became one of the most influential artists in the history of jazz and popular music.
- Day of the week: March 17th, 1919 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Till We Meet Again by Nicholas Orlando's Orchestra
- Popular movie: Male and Female directed by Cecil B. DeMille
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