June Christy nickname(s):
June Christy, Sharon Leslie June Christy
June Christy date of birth:
November 20, 1925
How old was June Christy when died?
64
Where was June Christy born?
Springfield, Illinois, U.S.
When did June Christy die?
June 21, 1990
What is June Christy nationality?
American
What is June Christy's occupation?
Singer
What genre is June Christy's work?
Pop, jazz, cool jazz
What instruments does June Christy play?
Vocals
Short Biography
June Christy (November 20, 1925 – June 21, 1990), born Shirley Luster, was an American singer, known for her work in the cool jazz genre and for her silky smooth vocals. Her success as a singer began with The Stan Kenton Orchestra. She pursued a solo career from 1954 and is best known for her debut album Something Cool. After her death, she was hailed as "one of the finest and most neglected singers of her time."