Russ Columbo
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Violinists · 1908–1934

Russ Columbo

American singer, violinist, and actor (1908–1934)

Born
14 January 1908
Camden
Died
2 September 1934
Los Angeles
Country
United States
Active
1921–

Biography

Russ Columbo was a jazz musician who played violin and voice. Russ Columbo was born on 14 January 1908 in Camden and died on 2 September 1934 in Los Angeles. The music is usually filed under jazz.

Ruggiero Eugenio di Rodolfo Colombo (January 14, 1908 – September 2, 1934), known as Russ Columbo, was an American baritone, songwriter, violinist, and actor. He is famous for romantic ballads such as his signature tune "You Call It Madness, But I Call It Love" and his own compositions "Prisoner of Love" and "Too Beautiful for Words".

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Frequently asked questions

What instrument did Russ Columbo play?

Russ Columbo is known for playing violin and voice.

When and where was Russ Columbo born?

Russ Columbo was born 14 January 1908 in Camden.

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