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Thurston Harris - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | July 11, 1931 |
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| Died | April 14, 1990 (age 58) |
| Birthplace | Indianapolis, Indiana, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer - (see also Thurston Harris's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Goat |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | His 1957 hit single 'Little Bitty Pretty One' |
Intro
Thurston Harris was an American rhythm and blues singer best known for his 1957 hit single 'Little Bitty Pretty One', which became a major chart success.
Early Life & Background
Thurston Harris grew up in Los Angeles, California, where he developed an interest in music at an early age. He started his singing career as the lead vocalist of The Lamplighters, a doo-wop group active in the early 1950s.
Career Highlights
- Lead vocalist for The Lamplighters (early 1950s)
- Achieved chart success with 'Little Bitty Pretty One' in 1957, reaching No. 6 on the Billboard Hot 100 and No. 2 on the R&B chart
- Recorded for Aladdin and various other labels during his solo career
- Continued to release singles and perform into the 1960s
Trivia
- His version of 'Little Bitty Pretty One' has been featured in numerous films and television shows.
- Thurston Harris influenced other R&B and early rock 'n' roll artists of his era.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Thurston Harris born?
Thurston Harris was born the 11 July 1931.
Where is Thurston Harris from?
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States.
On His Birth-Day
About July 11th, 1931, in brief:
- Historical events: The Ernst-Happel-Stadion, originally known as Praterstadion, was inaugurated in Vienna, Austria, on July 11, 1931. Designed by architect Otto Ernst Schweizer, the stadium was constructed between 1929 and 1931 to host the second Workers' Olympiad. It initially had a capacity of approximately 60,000 spectators.
- Day of the week: July 11th, 1931 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: Trader Horn directed by W.S. Van Dyke
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