Sammy Cahn
Samuel Cohen, known professionally as Sammy Cahn, was an American lyricist, songwriter, and musician. He is best known for his romantic lyrics to films and Broadway songs, as well as stand-alone songs premiered by recording companies in the Greater Los Angeles area. He and his collaborators had a series of hit recordings with Frank Sinatra during the singer's tenure at Capitol Records, but also enjoyed hits with Dean Martin, Doris Day and many others.
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- Born in
- Manhattan
- Educated at
- Seward Park High School
- Awards
- 🏆 Academy Award for Best Original Song🏆 star on Hollywood Walk of Fame🏆 Theatre World Special Award🏆 Johnny Mercer Award
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1913
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Birth1993
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