Al Jolson - Avalon (1920)

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Al Jolson (May 26,1886 Oct.23,1950), born in Lithuania, Russian Empire, was a highly acclaimed American singer, comedian, and actor, and the first openly Jewish man to become an entertainment star in America.

His career lasted from 1911 until his death in 1950, during which time he was commonly dubbed "the world's greatest entertainer. Numerous well-known singers were influenced by his music, including Bing Crosby, Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Judy Garland.

By 1920, he was Americas most famous and highest paid entertainer. Between 1911 and 1928, Jolson had nine sell-out Winter Garden shows in a row, more than 80 hit records, and 16 national and international tours.


Al Jolson - Avalon (1920)

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  • it's interesting ...

    it's interesting how just that little spot from 1:02-1:09 (which repeats one time later) got him sued by puccini (who won) for copyright infringement--unless if there's something else i didn't catch, that seemed to be the only part really "taken" from tosca

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    Thank you for sharing this gem. It is perfection!

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