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Francis Thomas Avallone (born September 18, 1939), [2] better known as Frankie Avalon, is an American actor, singer, and former teen idol. [1] [3] He had 31 charting U.S. Billboard singles from 1958 to late 1962, including number one hits, "Venus" and "Why" in 1959.
Frankie Avalon. Actor: Grease. One of a spate of teen idols to come out of Philadelphia in the 1950s and 1960s, Frankie Avalon--unlike many of the others--actually had a musical background, having been taught to play the trumpet at a very young age by his father.
Apr 2, 2014 · Born on September 18, 1940, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Frankie Avalon is considered one of the first manufactured teen idols. His song "Venus" became his first No. 1 single in...
Frankie Avalon. Actor: Grease. One of a spate of teen idols to come out of Philadelphia in the 1950s and 1960s, Frankie Avalon--unlike many of the others--actually had a musical background, having been taught to play the trumpet at a very young age by his father.
Frankie Avalon "Venus". Saturday Night Beech-Nut Show. March 14, 1959.
Mar 15, 2015 · The most successful and best-known recording of the track was done by Frankie Avalon and releas... "Venus" is a song written by Ed Marshall and Peter DeAngelis.
If you can’t remember a time when Frankie Avalon wasn’t a part of your life, you aren’t alone. From multi-platinum recording artist to icon of motion pictures, Frankie enjoys a successful career spanning three generations which he credits to the loyalty and trust of his audience.