Kate Smith Singer

Gender: Female
Citizenship: United States
Born: May 1, 1907
Died: Jun 17, 1986

Kathryn Elizabeth Smith known professionally as Kate Smith and The First Lady of Radio was an American singer, a contralto, best known for her rendition of Irving Berlin's "God Bless America".

She had a radio, television, and recording career spanning five decades, which reached its pinnacle in the 1940s. Smith became known as The Songbird of the South after her enduring popularity during World War II and contribution to American culture and patriotism.

I sometimes get that wonderful sympathy between me and the audience, telling me I've reached their hearts. And when I do, the thrill is mine. sympathy

Many people submit to excessive appetites without realizing that they do not need to eat so much food. food

It became obvious in 1957 that I was endangering my health by carrying so much weight. health

As soon as I began to earn what might be called fairly large sums, I bought a car and began to explore the country around New York. car

I shall always respect the composer. If I embellish, it is his idea I am embellishing. respect

Middle-aged women have greater stability, they are more loyal, and their capacity for steady work is greater than that of younger women. women

In 29 years, I had recorded over 2,200 songs. I was amazed. amazing