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Leo Robin

American composer, lyricist and songwriter (1900-1984) · United States · On the map · Musicians · Died at 84

Leo Robin was an American composer, lyricist and songwriter. He is probably best known for collaborating with Ralph Rainger on the 1938 Oscar-winning song "Thanks for the Memory," sung by Bob Hope and Shirley Ross in the film The Big Broadcast of 1938, and with Jule Styne on "Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend".

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Songwriters Hall of Fame1972
Academy Award for Best Original Song1939

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Country
United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1900 to 1984 · aged 84

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