Mel Tormé
American recording artist (1925–1999)
Died aged 73VirgoUnited States
Biography
Melvin Howard Tormé (September 13, 1925 – June 5, 1999), nicknamed "The Velvet Fog", was an American musician, singer, composer, arranger, drummer, actor, and author. He composed the music for "The Christmas Song" ("Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire") and co-wrote the lyrics with Bob Wells. Tormé won two Grammy Awards and was nominated a total of 14 times.
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Career highlights
Genres
- traditional pop
Instruments
- voice
- drum kit
- piano
Family
- Spouse(s)
- Janette Scott
Awards & honours (2)
- Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award
- star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Quick answers about Mel Tormé
- How old was Mel Tormé?
- Mel Tormé died on June 5, 1999 at the age of 73.
- When is Mel Tormé's birthday?
- Mel Tormé was born on September 13, 1925.
- Where was Mel Tormé born?
- Mel Tormé was born in Chicago.
- What is Mel Tormé's zodiac sign?
- Mel Tormé's zodiac sign is Virgo.
- What is Mel Tormé's nationality?
- Mel Tormé is a citizen of United States.
- What does Mel Tormé do?
- Mel Tormé is known as actor, singer, composer, novelist.
- Who has Mel Tormé been married to?
- According to Wikidata, Mel Tormé's spouse is or was Janette Scott.
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