Frances Langford, a renowned American entertainer, initially gained widespread recognition through her captivating performances on radio, primarily as the talented vocalist for the iconic Bob Hope, as well as her hilarious comedic sparring matches with the talented Don Ameche as the lovable yet quarrelsome couple, "The Bickersons".
Throughout her illustrious career, Langford's remarkable talent was showcased through her impressive discography and memorable appearances in various films. Although she mostly starred in minor musicals, she occasionally appeared in notable productions, including the iconic "A" films, such as "Yankee Doodle Dandy" (1942),"This Is the Army" (1943),and "The Glenn Miller Story" (1954).
Notably, Langford introduced numerous iconic songs to the public, including the timeless classic "I'm in the Mood for Love" in the 1935 film "Every Night at Eight", "You Are My Lucky Star" and "Broadway Rhythm" in the 1935 film "Broadway Melody of 1936", Cole Porter's enchanting "Easy to Love" in the 1936 film "Born to Dance", and the lively "Hooray for Hollywood" in the 1937 film "Hollywood Hotel".