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Peggy Lee

American recording artist; singer, songwriter, composer and actress (1920-2002).

Born May 26th, 1920 in Jamestown. [ref]

Died January 21st, 2002 at 81 years old in Los Angeles (myocardial infarction, diabetes). [ref]

Occupations
actor, film actor, jazz musician, musician, radio personality, recording artist, singer, songwriter, television actor, voice actor
Wikipedia

On January 21, 2002, Peggy Lee passed away at the age of 81. She was born Norma Deloris Egstrom in Jamestown, North Dakota on May 26, 1920. She was a talented and versatile performer, known for her work as an actor, film actor, jazz musician, musician, radio personality, recording artist, singer, songwriter, television actor, and voice actor. Lee began her career as a singer in the late 1930s, performing in various nightclubs and radio shows. She rose to fame in the 1940s with her smooth, sultry voice and became known for her signature songs, such as "Fever" and "Is That All There Is?". She also wrote many of her own songs, as well as songs for other artists, including the popular Disney song "He's a Tramp" from the movie Lady and the Tramp. In addition to her successful music career, Lee also had a notable acting career. She appeared in several films, including The Jazz Singer, Pete Kelly's Blues, and Cinderella, where she voiced the character of the evil stepmother. She also had roles on various television shows, including The Muppet Show and The Carol Burnett Show. Lee's talents and contributions to the entertainment industry were recognized with numerous awards and accolades throughout her career. She won a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 1995 and was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1999. She also received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1960. Peggy Lee will be remembered for her smooth and captivating voice, her versatile talents as a performer, and her enduring impact on the world of music and entertainment. She will be greatly missed by her fans, but her legacy will continue to live on through her timeless music and performances.

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