Please check your email and click on the link to activate your account. [86][87][88] In 1970 Franchi was voted Best Male Vocalist by Fabulous Las Vegas Magazine..[89][90] Franchi performed successfully in many other places outside of Las Vegas as well. Franchi married his second wife, Eva E. Simon, in New York City on June 14, 1982. Wilson, Earl (May 16, 1965). He performed in South Africa in La Traviata, La Boheme and Carmen before leaving to advance his operatic career. (November 6, 1975). Born in Cremona, Italy, Franchi moved with his family to South Africa when he was a youth, where he studied to be an engineer while training in opera. Sorry! (January 19, 1963). From Sanremo Music Festival in 1960. ", Tuttle, Roberta (October 27, 1982). His piano tuner was my best friends father. In a move to attract more mainstream pop audiences, RCA Victor switched Franchi from the Red Seal label to their standard black pop label. Bellamy, Ralph. Alligator hides under beach chairs at North Carolina store. WebThe Best Of Sergio Franchi on The Ed Sullivan Show, compilation of performances from 1962-1971. "Roles as Italian gangster refused by Sergio Franchi.". Cloudy skies. Franchi, who recorded more than 25 albums, was a frequent guest on television variety shows and made many benefit appearances, including a White House performance at the request of former President Ronald Reagan. Birth. We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. Shepperson Series in History Humanities (Ed. Franchi appeared in Las Vegas and many well-known places, and opened for or was opened by many famous celebritites. In 1972, he became an American citizen. To preserve these articles as they originally appeared, The Times does not alter, edit or update them. From Sanremo Music Festival in 1960. New songs with Chris Cornell on the way after Soundgarden settles with Vicky Cornell, Blackpink in your area: K-pop supergroup sets Dodger Stadium concert, A prison at Disney World? Franchi Family Estate Grounds. (November 17, 1962). "Producers in Hot Race for Top Disk Names." (October 5, 1979). Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of Sergio Franchi (13234754)? with Regis & Kathie Lee on July 4, 1989 and Franchi's last concert was at the Warwick Musical Theater on Saturday, July 29, 1989. (May 28, 1967). After gaining success, Franchi was a benefactor and philanthropist, donating his time and talent to [83], As the recording industry increasingly came to be dominated by the tastes of a younger generation, Franchi and many his contemporaries found their most popular reception in supper clubs. [84], During the 1970s, gambling was not the main attraction in Vegas. [132], Franchi was proud of both his American citizenship[8] and his Italian heritage. WebFranco Franchi Birthday and Date of Death. (October 23, 1977). Gould, Jack. RCA Victor, 1963, LP, Liner Notes. "International Music: Italian Newsnotes", Steinman, Sam'l (July 25, 1960). STONINGTON, Conn. -- Internationally famed singer Sergio Franchi died Tuesday at his estate on Long Island Sound following a bout with cancer, his family said. In the mid-1970s Franchi was the singing voice on TV commercials for the Plymouth Volare, and in his later years he had also become something of a watercolorist. (July 6, 1980) Syndicated column. "Presley Top Entertainer. "Franchi zoom has Victor flipping." [37] While he was there he met Metropolitan Opera soprano Anna Moffo, with whom he was to collaborate on two RCA Victor albums that year. [38][39][40][41], He soon made his Las Vegas debut at the Sahara Hotel as the opening act for Bob Newhart. "From the waist down I'm Genovese" (pointing to his pocket), View agent, publicist, legal and company contact details on IMDbPro, The Secret of Santa Vittoria 1969 premiere, Italian Guys - Music of and for Mafia Films. (October 12, 1980). Death. "Sergio Franchi: From Italy to Las Vegas. Printed information on back of publicity photo dated October 30, 1962. You may request to transfer up to 250,000 memorials managed by Find a Grave. [143], Early in his American career, Franchi's popularity drew people for major charity and benefit shows. Sergio Franchi was born in Codogno, Italy in 1926, and made his singing debut at only 10 years old in a school play. ", Mancini, Joseph (February, 1982). He is an organist and composer living in West Hartford, Conn. Our mission: To be the primary catalyst that motivates people to contribute to the intellectual, civic and economic vitality of our communities. My mother, Paula Niedmann, passed away on Feb. 8. English: Sergio Franchi (born Sergio Franci Galli; April 6, 1926 May 1, 1990) was an Italian-born tenor and actor who enjoyed a meteoric rise to fame as a multimedia star and recording artist after being discovered on British television in 1962. "Regis Philbin Moving On, Not Out.". "Exciting Tenor, Comely Comedienne Brighten Cafes". [3], Franchi then made several appearances on ATV's Startime. May 2, 1990 STONINGTON, Conn. (AP) _ Sergio Franchi, a singer with operatic ambitions who had a hit with O Sole Mio and crooned in TV commercials for the Plymouth Volare in the 1970s, has died of cancer. ", Bravin, Jess (February 8, 1989). After gaining success, Franchi was a benefactor and philanthropist, donating his time and talent to many causes. The following Sunday, on October 21st, 1962, Franchi opened his American tour at Carnegie Hall in New York City, where he sang the entire concert without a microphone. (December 12, 1960). Use Escape keyboard button or the Close button to close the carousel. Goes Out newsletter, with the week's best events, to help you explore and experience our city. Franchi's Live! [1] Sergio, Mirella, and Fausta (born 17 years after the older two) were all born in the Lombardy District. Hearing him sing, one of the principals of the Johannesburg Operatic and Dramatic Society (JODS) tracked him down and offered him the leading role in The Gypsy Baron. Franchi performed around the country and was a headliner in Las Vegas in the 1960s and 70s, blending popular standards and operatic arias. Try again later. Please try again later. This flower has been reported and will not be visible while under review. (October 6, 1962). Sergio Franchi arrived in New York in late September 1962, ready to begin his concert tour. "A theatregoer's notebook: Latins are tender lovers. "Britain/Record Business.". Then, a carol of mine In the Ending of the Year. Then, I remembered he loved the Italian-American singer, Sergio Franchi. (January 23, 1965), Moorehouse, Ward. This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. WebOn September 15, 1983, Sergio Franchi gave a Command Performance for President Ronald Reagan in honor of the Portugese State Visit. ", Dewar, Cameron. WebSergio Franchi (April 6, 1926 May 1, 1990), born Sergio Franci Galli, was an Italian-American tenor and actor who enjoyed success in the United States and internationally after gaining notice in Britain in the early 1960s. Although the Italian native never publicly revealed his age, records showed that he was 57. "Famous Artists Series attractions announced". "Tenor Sergio Franchi to join Benefit show." The cause of death was kidney failure. ", "TV Stars at Chicagoland Music Festival." You have permission to edit this article. Please ensure you have given Find a Grave permission to access your location in your browser settings. (October 26, 1968). He appeared in performances of ''La Traviata,'' ''La Boheme'' and ''Carmen'' before leaving South Africa to advance his operatic career. WebSTONINGTON, Conn. (AP) _ Singer-songwriter Sergio Franchi died Tuesday at his estate here after a prolonged battle with cancer, his family said. Locally, he was seen at the Century Plaza, the old Cocoanut Grove and in Nine at the Music Center. Sergio's cause of death was brain cancer. "When the Pianist and Gag Writer Meet. Sergio Franchis many appearances on The Ed Sullivan Show, including a hilarious sketch with comedy duo Stiller & Meara from June 14, 1970, are available with re-mastered audio and high-quality video on the CD and DVD Sergio Franchi on The Ed Sullivan Show. In 1972, he became an American citizen. To view a photo in more detail or edit captions for photos you added, click the photo to open the photo viewer. Sergio Franchi. Wiater, Stanley. Survivors include his wife, Eva; a daughter; a son; and two sisters. [22] And then, during a two-week engagement at the London Palladium,[23] he made two TV appearances on Sunday Night at the London Palladium; a show that launched the career of many performers, and the most popular TV show in Britain. [67] Due to perceived injustices and dissatisfaction with his record label, Franchi did not record another single for RCA Victor for at least a year. at The Cocoanut Grove album.[54][55]. (August 31, 1989). [1] Young Franchi formed a three-piece band at age sixteen to earn pocket money, and then later sang with a male vocal group in local jazz clubs. "Voice of Broadway.". During the span of his career, he was a prolific recording artist, an outstanding headliner in Las Vegas, a Broadway musical star and even starred in a major motion picture alongside Anthony Quinn, The Secret of Santa Vittoria in 1969. Scott, John L., "Franchi Serenades in Westside Room". Fate intervened as opportunities opened instead in popular music and television. As manager of this memorial you can add or update the memorial using the Edit button below. [139] On August 3, 1989, while rehearsing for a South Shore Music Circus concert the next day (with Pat Cooper), Franchi collapsed, was hospitalized,[140] and the rest of his summer concerts were cancelled. [2] Young Franchi began using his skills as an architectural draftsman and worked for his father as a designer of commercial and industrial interiors. ", Boys' Towns of Italy Gala Benefit Concert. "Arts and Film/Franchi Concert Postponed." Thank you for fulfilling this photo request. ", Loggie, Robin (October 10, 1970). [1] Sales for the debut record did well,[32][33] peaking on the Billboard 200 at number 17 at the end of December. [149], One of Franchi's largest fund-raising benefit was a political event in 1982, where he helped raise over $600,000 during a three-day concert tour of Massachusetts on behalf of the re-election campaign of Governor King. For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. Cause of death, cancer. Franco was 70 years old at the time of death. [157] In Pittsburgh, Franchi performed benefits in 1975 and 1977 at Heinz Hall in support of Boys' Towns. You can always change this later in your Account settings. WebSeptember 28, 2006 Sergio Franchi and Elizabeth Allen in Do I Hear A Waltz Ms. Allen was 77. (January 25, 1985). The play was based on Federico Fellinis surrealistic 1963 film 8 1/2.. He never publicly revealed his age, although some sources list it as 57. "Franchi Slated at Heinz Hall." May 2, 1990 STONINGTON, Conn. (AP) _ Sergio Franchi, a singer with operatic ambitions who had a hit with O Sole Mio and crooned in TV commercials for the Plymouth Volare in the 1970s, has died of cancer. "The Yankee Franchi." [154], As part of the 1970 celebrations of the Silver Jubilee of Boys' Towns of Italy, Franchi performed in benefits at New York's Philharmonic Hall,[155] and at New Orleans' Municipal Auditorium. He soon followed the officer's suggestion that South Africa would be a land of more opportunity, and he immigrated to Johannesburg. There is 1 volunteer for this cemetery. and Christmas albums both peaked on the Billboard 200. English [117][118] He also received the Italian American of the Year Award in New Orleans at this time. (March 14, 1983). Anonymous, Other Works Are you sure that you want to delete this flower? The Italian-born tenor died Tuesday at his estate. WebSergio Franchi (April 6, 1926 May 1, 1990), born Sergio Franci Galli, was an Italian-American tenor and actor who enjoyed success in the United States and internationally after gaining notice in Britain in the early 1960s. Escaped prairie dog shows up at South Carolina jail. Search above to list available cemeteries. 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