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Ray Nance(1913-1976)

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Ray Nance was born on 10 December 1913 in Chicago, Illinois, USA. He was an actor, known for Jam Session (1942), Timex All-Star Jazz Show (1957) and Adventures in Jazz (1949). He was married to Gloria. He died on 28 January 1976 in New York City, New York, USA.
BornDecember 10, 1913
DiedJanuary 28, 1976(62)
BornDecember 10, 1913
DiedJanuary 28, 1976(62)
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Known for

Jam Session (1942)
Jam Session
6.6
Short
  • Soundtrack
  • 1942
Timex All-Star Jazz Show (1957)
Timex All-Star Jazz Show
TV Series
  • Self
Adventures in Jazz
TV Series
  • Self
David Frost in The David Frost Show (1969)
The David Frost Show
7.1
TV Series
  • Self

Credits

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Actor

  • Ann Miller in Reveille with Beverly (1943)
    Reveille with Beverly
    6.7
    • Ray (uncredited)
    • 1943

Soundtrack

  • Jam Session (1942)
    Jam Session
    6.6
    Short
    • performer: "C-Jam Blues"
    • 1942

Personal details

  • Born
    • December 10, 1913
    • Chicago, Illinois, USA
  • Died
    • January 28, 1976
    • New York City, New York, USA(illness)
  • Spouse
    • Gloria? - January 28, 1976 (his death)

Did you know

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    Trumpeter, violinist, vocalist and dancer, best remembered as a key member of the famous Duke Ellington Orchestra (1940-63). Featured on many solos, including the classic "Take the 'A' Train" (1941). Led own septet in 1964 and a quartet from 1971.

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