Hoagy Carmichael
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About
Pianist and singer who composed many classic songs, including "Star Dust" and "Heart and Soul."
Before Fame
He worked in construction, at a bicycle chain factory, and at a slaughterhouse to help with his family's finances.
Trivia
Ray Charles performed a cover in the 1960s of Carmichael's song "Georgia On My Mind."
Family Life
He married Ruth Meinardi on March 14, 1937; after their divorce in 1955, he remarried Wanda McKay on May 20, 1977.
Associated With
He did a collaboration with Louis Armstrong on the song "Rockin' Chair."
