Damone, Vic
(*1928)
Damone, Vic (12 June 1928–) American popular singer, born Vito Farinola in Brooklyn. His entrance into show business was as an usher at the Paramount Theater in New York; but not long after that humble beginning he appeared there as a featured performer. In the 1940s he gained quick fame. He had his own radio show in 1947–1948; and he was a sensation at the Mocambo Club in Hollywood. Many films and records followed, including Kismet (1955; soundtrack on MGM E-3281), and Hit the Deck (soundtrack…