Entertainers
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Al Jolson
With a career that spanned over 40 years, Al Jolson is considered one of the most popular entertainers the world has ever known. Embark on a magical musical journey, from when he performed on the streets with his brother, to earn money, to becoming the hottest act in show business. Al knew how to captivate an audience and used his talent and charisma to hold their attention. Be inspired by the life story of this sensational performer, whose legacy lives on through his music, shows and films.
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Edith Piaf
Meet Edith Piaf, the iconic French singer, famous for songs that include ‘La Vie en Rose’ and ‘Non, Je Ne Regrette Rien’. She had an inspiring rags-to-riches story. Travel with her through the streets of Paris, on a journey that brought her to the world of fame when she sang and acted for countless fans. Be inspired by her fascinating story, as it comes to life through a BioView® .
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Elvis Presley
Has the King really left the building? Elvis is a cultural icon all over the world. You may know and love many of his songs or movies, but how much do you know about his real life? This great title takes you on a sensational journey through his life and amazing achievements; from being teased about having a stammer, to becoming one of the world’s most recognizable voices. Learn how the gift of a guitar at the age of 11 was to change Elvis’ life forever. Gain a new insight into his real life and follow him from the two-room shotgun house in Tupelo to Graceland.
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Eva Perón
Eva Perón started out life in poor circumstances, however, she became an established actress due to hard work and sheer determination. She applied the same tenacity to her political endeavours and was instrumental in women being given the right to vote. She led an amazing life as an entertainer and a politician and is remembered as one of the most influential figures in Argentina’s history. Her trailblazing work encouraged women to be treated as equals and raised awareness of the poverty problems, in her own country and throughout the world. She is revered as a folk-heroine by her fellow country people and her legacy lives on today in many forms. One of the best known representations of her amazing life is, perhaps the musical ‘Evita’.
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Frank Sinatra
Meet Frank Sinatra and discover the great story of this much-loved American musician. Born to Italian immigrants, you’ll travel with Sinatra through his rough and tumble childhood. Discover how he began singing for tips, when only eight years of age. Later, he joined The Three Flashes, which would then become Hoboken Four, which would catapult him to international fame.
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Glenn Miller
Meet acclaimed jazz musician Glenn Miller. Born in Nebraska, Glenn earned enough money to buy his first trombone by milking cows and was touring as soon as he graduated from high school. He influenced many famous musicians, including Louis Armstrong. He became known for many hit songs including ‘Chattanooga Choo Choo’ and ‘In the Mood’. This inspirational story is a must-have for any Glenn Miller fan.
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Harry Houdini
Throughout his life, Harry Houdini earned worldwide attention and fame with his amazing illusions and escape stunts. But how did it all start and where did he get his ideas from? Follow him on a magical journey that started in a boarding house in New York. His successful career brought him great wealth and he indulged his interest in aviation by buying a plane and qualifying as a pilot. There were many sides to this talented illusionist. Be awed and inspired by the life story of one of the greatest musicians of all time.
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John Lennon
Throughout his outstanding career, John Lennon managed to not only touch people’s lives through his music, but through his actions as well. He was a humanitarian, a passionate peace activist and cultural icon to his adoring fans. His music continues to touch and inspire the lives of many today. He is recognized as one of the world’s most influential rock stars. John was the leader of one of the most influential music groups of all time and he also had an equally successful solo career. His music and legacy will continue in the musical magic he left behind.
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Luciano Pavarotti
Luciano Pavarotti is one of the most famous tenors of all time. His inspirational story from The Amazing People Club® offers a new perspective on his life and explores why his fans all over the world loved him. It was a rags to riches story in more senses than one. Learn how he made a decision while at a small village called Llangollen in Wales that changed his life. Discover how he took opportunities and entertained people around the world.
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Marilyn Monroe
Discover how Norma Jeane Mortenson became Marilyn Monroe, star of stage and screen. Follow her, on a journey with lots of highs and lows, as she strived for success. Her childhood years were filled with much anxiety and sadness. Discover how she overcame the obstacles that came her way and how she came to be hailed a great actor by peers and successors alike. Marilyn Monroe is one of the world’s most iconic figures and has inspired and influenced art, film, TV, literature, music and popular culture, on a gargantuan scale, all over the world. Her legend continues to live on and seems to get stronger with the passing of time.
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Nellie Melba
Be captivated by the tumultuous events in the life of Nellie Melba, a self-driven diva who achieved great success and became one of Australia’s most celebrated sopranos of all time. Embark on a musical journey as you discover how she captured the hearts of many with her amazing voice.
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Perez Prado
Be inspired by bandleader and singer, Perez Prado, and discover how he became known as the ‘King of the Mambo’. He brought joy to millions through his music. From his early days in his homeland of Cuba, discover how young Perez grew up with a love of music and how his exciting and unique style, both on and off the stage, led him to become one of the most well-loved and influential musicians of the time.
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