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Eydie Gormé

Eydie Gorme and Steven Lawrence wedding day in Las Vegas

Eydie Gormé, née Edith Gormezano, was born August 1, 1928 in the Bronx, New York City. She passed away in Las Vegas in 2013 at the age of 84.

Eydie’s parents were Sephardic Jewish Immigrants from Turkey. She graduated from William Howard Taft High School in 1946 where she was the swing bands lead female vocalist. While attending college, Eydie used her fluency in Spanish as interpreter with the United Nations. She also sang in bands during her free time. She had a gift for both Spanish and singing.

 

Her big break came in 1950 when she recorded her debut record with MGM. She was featured on radio programs and held a regular spot on The Tonight Show, where she went on to meet her husband Steven Lawrence. The two were often paired in musical numbers and comedy sketches. The couple married at the El Rancho Hotel in Las Vegas in 1957.

After her marriage, Eydie went on to star in her own summer television show in 1958 until Lawrence was drafted into the Army.  After his discharge in 1960 they took u

Eydie Gormé

American pop singer (1928–2013)

Eydie Gormé

Gormé in 1962

Birth nameEdith Gormezano[1]
Born(1928-08-16)August 16, 1928[2]
Bronx, New York, U.S.
DiedAugust 10, 2013(2013-08-10) (aged 84)
Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S.
GenresPop, traditional pop, Latin pop, swing, bolero
Occupation(s)Singer, actress
Years active1950–2009
LabelsCoral, ABC-Paramount, United Artists, Columbia, RCA Victor, MGM, His Master's Voice
Spouse
Websitesteveandeydie.com

Musical artist

Eydie Gormé (EE-dee; born Edith Gormezano; August 16, 1928 – August 10, 2013) was an American singer who achieved notable success in pop, Latin, and jazz genres. She sang solo and in the duo Steve and Eydie with her husband, Steve Lawrence, on albums and television. She also performed on Broadway and in Las Vegas.

Born in the Bronx, New York, Gormé began her career singing in a band on weekends while working as a translator. She gained prominence after appearing on the radio program Cita Con Eydie and changing her name for easier p

Steve Lawrence & Eydie Gormé

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Steve Lawrence and Eydie Gormé were an iconic American husband-and-wife singing duo whose harmonious voices captivated audiences for over five decades. Steve Lawrence, born Sidney Liebowitz on July 8, 1935, in Brooklyn, New York, showcased his vocal talent from a young age, winning a talent contest at age 16 which led to his early breakthrough in the music industry. Eydie Gormé, born Edith Gormezano on August 16, 1928, in New York City, displayed her vocal prowess early on as well, performing in nightclubs and on television.

The couple met in 1953 while working on Steve Allen's "Tonight Show," where they soon discovered their musical chemistry. They married in 1957 and became one of the most beloved duos in entertainment history. Known for their smooth vocal blend and dynamic stage presence, they recorded numerous albums together and performed sold-out shows in prestigious venues worldwide. The duo took inspiration from George Gershwin, Cole Porter, Jerome Kern and other songwriters. Their hits such as "This Could B

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