Gogi Grant
American singer with popular hits
Born
September 20th, 1924
101 years ago
Died
2016
9 years ago — 92 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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Rose to prominence in the 1950s as a pop singer. Achieved significant success with the hit single 'The Wayward Wind', which topped the charts and earned widespread acclaim. Gogi Grant's career spanned several decades, featuring performances on major television shows and recordings that resonated with audiences. The artist's smooth vocals and emotive delivery defined her style, contributing to the evolution of popular music in that era.
Released the hit single 'The Wayward Wind'
Sold over a million copies of 'The Wayward Wind'
Performed on shows such as 'The Ed Sullivan Show'
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