Frances Langford | |
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Born | Julia Frances Newbern-Langford April 4, 1913 Hernando, Florida, U.S. |
Died | July 11, 2005 Jensen Beach, Florida, U.S. | (aged 92)
Occupation(s) | Singer, actress |
Years active | 1931–1956 |
Spouses |
Julia Frances Newbern-Langford (April 4, 1913 – July 11, 2005) was an American singer and actress who was popular during the Golden Age of Radio and made film and television appearances for over two decades.
She was known as the "GI Nightingale",[1] an American armed-forces sweetheart, who entertained troops by frequently touring with Bob Hope.