Frank Sinatra: News Special

Behind The Music: Season 1: Episode 28

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Frank Sinatra: News Special

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VH1 | Air Date: May 17, 1998
Starring: Jim Forbes
Summary: This 'phantom' episode was hastily assembled following the death, in May, 1998, of the legendary crooner and actor. 'Ol Blue Eyes' is, as VH1 states, arguably the most popular and influential musical figure of the 20th century. Only The Beatles, Elvis, and Bing Crosby could seriously rival him for the title. The story takes us from hisThis 'phantom' episode was hastily assembled following the death, in May, 1998, of the legendary crooner and actor. 'Ol Blue Eyes' is, as VH1 states, arguably the most popular and influential musical figure of the 20th century. Only The Beatles, Elvis, and Bing Crosby could seriously rival him for the title. The story takes us from his childhood in Hoboken, New Jersey, to big success with the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra, then to the 'Columbia Years' of massive adoration as a solo artist. Beginning his recording career in 1939, Frank had his first number one hit in 1940, and was still releasing million sellers in the mid-90's. And, just as it was with Elvis, death didn't slow down his career one bit. Expand
Genre(s): Health & Lifestyle, Documentary, Arts

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