Today (Tuesday, May 26, 2020) would have been American singer, songwriter and actress Peggy Lee's 100th birthday.
Biography highlights:
- Born in Jamestown, North Dakota (May 26, 1920)
- First no. 1 hit, Somebody Else Is Taking My Place (1942)
- Sang in two movies with Benny Goodman (1943)
- Starred in the movie remake, The Jazz Singer (1952)
- Did voices and singing in Lady and the Tramp (1955)
- Passes away (January 21, 2002)
Juliet Dunn and Peter Shea and celebrated the occasion with a wonderful live Facebook performance.
Links: Juliet Dunn, More Juliet Dunn Stories, Peter Shea, More Peter Shea Stories, Video above courtesy of Juliet Dunn Jazz
We asked a few local artists to give their thoughts on the legendary singer. We will add more soon.
Peggy Lee was a beautiful communicator and a sophisticated powerhouse of a woman. Not only a gifted singer songwriter but also an actor,artist, entrepreneur and advocate for the arts. What a gift to us!Karen Thornton
Her music was played in our home growing up. Understated sultry tone and phrasing no vocal aerobics, just a great quality to her voice and she really knew how to sell her songs.Hailee Rose
Peggy Lee was, and still is, one of Jazz’s most inspirational female artists. Her song “Fever” introduced me to the art of simple yet captivating storytelling; painting a picture with words, and driving emotion with a minimalist sound. A truly beautiful artist.Chris Ayries
If I had a coffee house, Peggy Lee would be in the top 10 on my playlist. Her sound is classic and soothing.Here are a few videos from the lady herself.
Video above courtesy of TheUpstairsGirl
Video above courtesy of CurlySVT
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