Billy Daniels
American singer (1915-1988) · United States · On the map · Musicians · Died at 73
William Boone Daniels was an American singer active in the United States and Europe from the mid-1930s to 1988, notable for his hit recording of "That Old Black Magic" and his pioneering performances on early 1950s television. He was one of the first African-American entertainers to cross over into the mainstream.
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Jackie Coogan Also in Night of the Quarter Moon (1959)
Ray Anthony Also in Night of the Quarter Moon (1959)- Charles Chaplin Also in Night of the Quarter Moon (1959)
Maila Nurmi Also in The Beat Generation and The Big Operator
Mamie Van Doren Also in The Beat Generation and The Big Operator
Steve Cochran Also in The Beat Generation and The Big Operator
Hugo Haas Directed Night of the Quarter Moon (1959)
Ray Danton Also in The Beat Generation and The Big Operator- Charles F. Haas Directed The Beat Generation (1959)
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Awards
About this person
Daniels was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1977.
Country
United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1915 to 1988 · aged 73
