What is Perry Como's full name?
Pierino Ronald Como
Perry Como date of birth:
May 18, 1912
How old was Perry Como when died?
88
Where was Perry Como born?
Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, United States
When did Perry Como die?
May 12, 2001
Where did Perry Como die?
Jupiter Inlet Colony, Florida
Why did Perry Como die?
Alzheimer's disease
How tall is Perry Como?
5' 6" (168 cm)
Perry Como body shape:
Average
What color are Perry Como's eyes?
Brown - Dark
Is Perry Como gay or straight?
Straight
What is Perry Como's ethnicity?
White
What is Perry Como nationality?
American
What is Perry Como's occupation?
Singer
Perry Como claim to fame:
Perry Como Sings Merry Christmas Music
What genre is Perry Como's work?
Easy Listening, Adult Contemporary, Pop, Big Band, Jazz, Latin, Swing, Country, Religious music, Easy listening, adult contemporary, pop, big band, jazz, swing, country, religious music
What instruments does Perry Como play?
Vocalist
Who is Perry Como's father?
Pietro Como (1877–1945)
Who is Perry Como's mother?
Lucia Travaglini (1883–1961)
Perry Como friends:
Vic Damone
Short Biography
Pierino Ronald "Perry" Como (May 18, 1912 – May 12, 2001) was an American singer, of numerous genres and television personalities, particularly of light entertainment. During a career spanning more than half a century, he recorded exclusively for RCA Victor after signing with the label in 1943. "Mr. C.", as he was nicknamed, sold millions of records for RCA and pioneered a weekly musical variety television show, which set the standards for the genre and proved to be one of the most successful in television history. Como was seen weekly on television from 1949 to 1963, then continued hosting the Kraft Music Hall variety program monthly until 1967. His television shows and seasonal specials were broadcast throughout the world. Also a popular recording artist, Perry Como produced numerous hit records; his combined success on television and popular recordings was not matched by any other artist of the time. Como's appeal spanned generations and he was widely respected for both his professional standards and the conduct in his personal life. In the official RCA Records Billboard magazine memorial, his life was summed up in these few words: "50 years of music and a life well lived. An example to all." Composer Ervin Drake said of him, "... [o]ccasionally someone like Perry comes along and won't 'go with the flow' and still prevails in spite of all the bankrupt others who surround him and importune him to yield to their values. Only occasionally."