Rosemary Clooney American pop singer and actress Date of Birth: 23.05.1928 Country: USA

1. Rosemary Clooney: An American Singer and Actress
2. Chart-Topping Hits and Television Success
3. Difficult Times and Personal Struggles
4. Marriage and Legacy

Rosemary Clooney: An American Singer and Actress

Rosemary Clooney was an American singer and actress who rose to fame in the 1940s and 1950s. She was also the aunt of actor George Clooney. During the early years of her career, Clooney performed as a duo with her sister Betty. In the first half of the 1950s, she was one of the most popular entertainers in America. She had a unique style of phrasing and her performances were accompanied by interesting acting choices.

Chart-Topping Hits and Television Success

Clooney's songs, such as "Come On-a My House" (1951), "Half As Much" (1952), "Hey There" (1953), and "This Ole House" (1954), reached the top of the national sales charts, including the Billboard Hot 100. In the latter half of the 1950s, Clooney hosted a popular television show and toured extensively with Bing Crosby, who admired her talent.

Difficult Times and Personal Struggles

With the rise of rock and roll, Clooney's popularity declined. However, the murder of Robert Kennedy, which occurred in her presence, deeply affected her. Shortly after the tragedy, she suffered a nervous breakdown during a concert due to bipolar disorder exacerbated by drug use.

Marriage and Legacy

From 1953 to 1961 and from 1964 to 1967, Clooney was married to Puerto Rican actor José Ferrer, an Academy Award winner for Best Actor. Their sons, Miguel and Rafael Ferrer, followed in their father's footsteps and became actors. Shortly before her death, Clooney received a Grammy Award for her musical achievements over the years. She passed away from lung cancer, which was attributed to her lifelong smoking habit.