Bing Crosby

Harry Lillis "Bing" Crosby (May 3, 1903 – October 14, 1977) was an American singer and actor. Crosby's trademark bass-baritone voice made him one of the best-selling recording artists of the 20th century, with over half a billion records in circulation. A multimedia star, from 1934 to 1954 Bing Crosby was a leader in record sales, radio ratings and motion picture grosses. His early career coincided with technical recording innovations; this allow... More

Date of birth:

  • May 3, 1903

Date of death:

  • Oct 14, 1977 (age 74 years)

Also known as:

  • Bing Cropsby,
  • Bong Crosby,
  • Bin Crosby,
  • Bing Cosby,
  • Harry Lillis Crosby,
  • bing_crosby,
  • Bing Crosby,
  • Crosby, Bing,
  • Der Bingle,
  • The old groaner,
  • The Rhythm Boys

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Academy Award for Actor in a Leading Role Nominees

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Date Hall of fame Category
  • 1978
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Film

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Facts from the Community

From the American comedy base

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From the Thoroughbred Racing base

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Nickname:

  • Der Bingle
  • The old groaner
  • Bing

Official name:

  • Harry Lillis Crosby
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