Perry Como
May 18, 1912 – May 12, 2001
Perry Como was one of America’s most popular singers of the 20th century. With a career that spanned over 50 years, Como sold many millions of records. He also starred in his own weekly variety show in the ’50s. Because of its immense popularity, it became the benchmark for all such shows to come. At the time, Como was the highest paid television entertainer in history, earning him a spot in the Guinness Book of World Records. Como died in his sleep on May 12, 2001 at the age of 88. It has been reported that he suffered from Alzheimer’s Disease in his final years.
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