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Bing Crosby
Acting
03 May 1903
† 14 Oct 1977
Tacoma, Washington, USA
Biography
Harry Lillis "Bing" Crosby Jr. (May 3, 1903 – October 14, 1977) was an American singer, comedian and actor. The first multimedia star, Crosby was a leader in record sales, radio ratings, and motion picture grosses from 1931 to 1954. His early career coincided with recording innovations that allowed him to develop an intimate singing style that influenced many male singers who followed him, including Perry Como, Frank Sinatra, Dick Haymes, and Dean Martin. Yank magazine said that he was "the pers...
Also Known As
Harry Lillis Crosby, Der Bingle, The Rhythm Boys






































