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Actor Born: May 2, 1903 in Tacoma, WA Death: October 14, 1977 in Madrid, Spain (near) Biography:American actor/singer "Bing Crosby" acquired his nickname as a child in Washington state. As the legend goes, little Harry Lillis Crosby's favorite comic strip was "The Bingville Bugle," in which the leading character was called Bingo. Hence, the boy was "Bingo" "Crosby", with the "O" dropping off as he got older. A restless youth, "Crosby" tried studying law at Gonzaga University, but spent more time as a drummer and singer in a Spokane band. He and his pal Al Rinker worked up a musical act, and were later joined by Harry Barris. As the Rhythm Boys, the three young entertainers were hired by bandleader "Paul Whiteman", who featured them in his nightclub appearances and his film debut, "The King of Jazz" (1930). "Crosby" managed to score on radio in 1931, and a series of two-reel comedies made for "Mack Sennett" helped him launch a screen career; his starring feature debut was in 1932's The Big... Full Biography | |||
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