- Born
- 10 April 1928
Wichita - Country
- United States
- Active
- 1942–
- Record labels
- RCA Records
Biography
Marilyn Maye is a jazz musician who plays voice. Marilyn Maye was born on 10 April 1928 in Wichita. The music is usually filed under jazz. Record labels: RCA Records. Honours include Kansas Music Hall of Fame (2007).
Marilyn Maye McLaughlin (born April 10, 1928) is an American singer, musical theater actress and masterclass educator. With a career spanning eight decades, Maye has performed music in the styles of cabaret, jazz and pop music. She has received one nomination from the Grammy Awards and had commercial success as a recording artist. Maye was raised in both Kansas and Iowa. With her mother's encouragement, Maye performed onstage and on the radio during her childhood. In her teenage years, she had her own radio program in Des Moines, Iowa. Maye performed locally during the 1940s and 1950s until being discovered in 1963 by Steve Allen, later appearing on his television show. She also began a 76-episode run on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson. This led to her signing a recording contract with RCA Victor. Between 1965 and 1970, Maye recorded a series of albums for RCA.
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Frequently asked questions
What instrument does Marilyn Maye play?
Marilyn Maye is known for playing voice.
When and where was Marilyn Maye born?
Marilyn Maye was born 10 April 1928 in Wichita.
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