Smith, Keely (1932–)
Smith, Keely (1932–)
American pop and jazz singer. Born Dorothy Jacqueline Keely, Mar 9, 1932, in Norfolk, VA; m. Louis Prima (bandleader and singer), 1953 (div. 1961); m. Jimmy Bowen (record producer), 1965 (div.); m. Bobby Milano; children: Toni and Luanne Prima.
At 18, became bandsinger for Louis Prima, as well as deadpan foil for his jokes; came to prominence with "That Ol' Black Magic," sung with Prima; also had solo hit with "I Wish You Love"; films include Thunder Road (1958).
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