Nathaniel Adams Coles (March 17, 1919 – February 15, 1965), known professionally as Nat "King" Cole, was an American musician who first came to prominence as a leading jazz pianist. Although an accomplished pianist, he owes most of his popular musical fame to his soft baritone voice, which he used to perform in big band and jazz genres. He was the first black American to host a television variety show, and has maintained worldwide popularity sinc...
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Date of birth:
- Mar 17, 1919
Date of death:
- Feb 15, 1965 (age 45 years)
Place of birth:
Also known as:
- Nat 'King' Cole,
- Cole, Nat "King",
- Nat "King" Cole,
- Nat King Cloe,
- King Cole,
- Nat Kig Cole,
- Cole, Nat King,
- Nathaniel Adams Coles
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