Ray Anthony

Songwriter

Birthday January 20, 1922

Birth Sign Aquarius

Birthplace Bentleyville, PA

Age 101 years old

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About

American songwriter, trumpeter, and actor who was a part of the 1950s musical act The Ray Anthony Orchestra. He was was musical director of the television series TV's Top Tunes from 1953 to 1954. He released over 50 records throughout his prolific career. 

Before Fame

He learned how to play trumpet with his father in Ohio and played in Glenn Miler's band from 1940 until 1941. 

Trivia

He had his own variety show called The Ray Anthony Show from 1956 until 1957. His song "The Hokey Pokey" has gained over 600,000 streams on Spotify. 

Family Life

He has been married twice and has a son. 

Associated With

He appeared with his close friend Hugh Hefner in the television series The Girls Next Door.