MaryMargaret Morgan, better known as Jaye P. Morgan, was a renowned entertainer known for her sassy, dusky-voiced performances. Born in 1931, Morgan began her career at a young age, entertaining family and friends, and later performing at school assemblies.
After graduating from Verdugo Hills High School in California in 1949, Morgan left to pursue her dreams of fame and fortune on the cabaret circuit. She quickly landed a regular singing gig with the Frank De Vol Orchestra and soon charted her recordings. Her first major hit was "Life Is Just a Bowl of Cherries" in 1951, followed by other successful songs like "The Longest Walk" and "That's All I Want from You".
Morgan's rise to fame also included appearances on popular TV variety shows, including Perry Como and Ed Sullivan's programs, and even hosting her own variety program, The Jaye P. Morgan Show, in 1956, accompanied by her singing siblings, The Morgan Brothers.
During the 1960s, Morgan took a hiatus from the industry, only making occasional nightclub appearances. However, she returned in the 1970s with a new image, focusing on acting and comedy. Her wild and crazy persona made her a household name again, thanks to her appearances on Chuck Barris' TV program The Gong Show and its spin-offs.
Morgan's later years saw her appear in films, including a cameo in George Clooney's Confessions of a Dangerous Mind in 2002. Now 92 years old, Morgan remains a beloved figure in the entertainment industry, known for her unique personality and performances.
