Bing Crosby

Bing Crosby

American singer and actor (1903–1977)
One of the most popular and influential male vocalists of all time, with a relaxed approach that proved to be a stylistic game changer.
BornMay 3, 1903
HometownTacoma, Washington, United States
Net worth$50 million
Height5'7" (1.70m)
SpouseKathryn Crosby (m 1957 - 1977) , Dixie Lee (m 1930 - 1952)
ChildrenGary Crosby , Mary Crosby , Dennis Crosby , Lindsay Crosby , Harry Crosby , Phillip Crosby , Nathaniel Crosby
ParentsHarry Lowe Crosby , Catherine Helen Harrigan
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Videos

On This Day: 29 May 1942

In 1942, Bing Crosby recorded Irving Berlin’s famous seasonal song "White Christmas." (May 29)
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AWARDS

YearAssociationsCategoryWorkResult
1955Academy AwardActorThe Country Girl (1954 film)Nominated
1952Golden GlobeBest Performance By an Actor in a Motion Picture - Musical or ComedyHere Comes the GroomNominated
1946Academy AwardActorThe Bells of St. Mary'sNominated
1945Academy AwardActorGoing My WayWinner