Archive for Rat Pack

Peter Lawford

Posted in Cremated, Westwood Memorial Park with tags , , , , on April 1, 2019 by Cade

lawford1September 7, 1923 – December 24, 1984

Peter Sydney Ernest Lawford was a successful actor, to be sure. The English actor dutifully rose through the Hollywood ranks, eventually landing lead or supporting roles in hits like Easter Parade and Royal Wedding. He appeared on television throughout the ’50s, ’60s and ’70s and his later career found him not only appearing in popular movies like Exodus and The Longest Day but also acting as producer on a number of films. It was, however, his off-screen life that garnered by far the most attention. Continue reading →

Leave a comment »

Sammy Davis, Jr.

Posted in Forest Lawn Glendale with tags , , , , , on February 21, 2013 by Cade

sammy

December 08, 1925 – May 16, 1990

“THE ENTERTAINER” HE DID IT ALL

The inscription on Sammy Davis, Jr.’s grave marker could not be more accurate.  He DID do it all.  The multi-talented singer/dancer/actor/impersonator was a dynamo packed into a skinny, 5′ 5″ frame. By the age of 3, he was already performing on stage with his father, Sammy Davis, Sr. and Will Mastin as part of the Will Mastin Trio (Davis, Sr. and Mastin are also buried at Forest Lawn Glendale, right next to Sammy.) His career would see great heights despite personal setbacks.  In 1954, Davis was in a serious car crash that resulted in the loss of his left eye, something he would use to his own self-deprecating sense of humor throughout his life.  He found even greater fame along side pals Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin in the legendary Rat Pack. The friends remained close throughout their lives and Sinatra remarked upon his death that Sammy was “one of the finest human beings I ever knew in my life.”

Continue reading →

Leave a comment »

Frank Sinatra

Posted in Desert Memorial Park with tags , , , , on February 20, 2013 by Cade

sinatra1

December 12, 1915 – May 14, 1998

“The Chairman of the Board.” “The Voice.”  “Old Blue Eyes.” Francis Albert Sinatra had a lot of names.  But, mostly, everyone just called him “Frank.”

Hoboken, New Jersey’s favorite son was one of the largest entertainers in the world for decades.  His smooth and unmistakable baritone catapulted him into super-stardom and made him the idol of a generation. From his early days singing with bandleaders Harry James and Tommy Dorsey to his unprecedented success as a solo artist, Sinatra wowed audiences and radio listeners with his rich voice and unique phrasing.

Continue reading →

Leave a comment »

Dean Martin

Posted in Westwood Memorial Park with tags , , , on February 19, 2013 by Cade

martin1

June 07, 1917 – December 25, 1995

Dino Paul Crocetti, better known as Dean Martin, was an American singer, actor and television host. Martin’s earliest success saw him team up with comedian, Jerry Lewis. The duo enjoyed a decade of stage acts, radio programs and television appearances as well as 17 films.  After a popular solo career, he found his iconic place in entertainment history as a member – along with fellow crooners Frank Sinatra and Sammy Davis Jr. – of the fabled Rat Pack.  Known for his laid-back1 onstage persona  and comedic prowess, Martin enjoyed a lengthy career despite ever-changing musical landscapes and personal tragedies.

Continue reading →

Leave a comment »