Johnny Desmond

Johnny Desmond

Deceased · Born: Nov 14, 1919 · Died: Sep 6, 1985

Personal Details

BornNov 14, 1919 Detroit, Michigan, USA

Biography

Noted singer, songwriter, author, and actor, boasting a rich educational background from the esteemed Detroit Conservatory of Music, made a lasting impact in the entertainment industry as a vocalist the with esteemed orchestras of Glenn Miller, Gene Krupa, and Bob Crosby.

Throughout his illustrious career, he consistently performed in live venues, even in the face of his final illness, and left an indelible mark through numerous records, radio and television appearances, and stage roles, including memorable parts in the Broadway musicals "Say Darling" and "Funny Girl".

In addition to his many accomplishments, he also became a member of the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers (ASCAP) in 1956, and his impressive repertoire of popular song compositions includes the timeless hits "How Much Will I Miss You", "Please Don't Forget Me Dear", "I Wonder What Little Dogs Dream Of", "Dancing Man", and "When".

Career

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1966
The Bubble
The Bubble as Tony Herric
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1958
Desert Hell
Desert Hell as Lt. Richard Forbes
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China Doll
China Doll as Sgt. Steve Hill
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1957
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Climax!
Climax! as Mike Owens
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1956
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1954
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1946
Night Comes Too Soon
Night Comes Too Soon as Ghost of The Sailor
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1958