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Ethel Smith (born Ethel Goldsmith; November 22, 1902 – May 10, 1996) was an American organist who played primarily in a pop or Latin style on the Hammond organ. She had a long recording career and appeared in many films.
Ethel Smith. Actress: Bathing Beauty. Ethel Smith graduated from Carnegie Tech, having majored in piano. She got a job as an organist in California, and then went to Rio de Janeiro for a four-week booking.
- January 1, 1
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
- January 1, 1
- Palm Beach, Florida, USA
Ethel Smith, known for her rendition of Tico, Tico, died at her Palm Beach home Friday May 10, 1996 after a progressive illness. She was 85. Mrs. Smith, whose trademark was her selection of hats and penchant for costumes and bright colors, traveled the world during her more than 30 years in show business.
Ethel Smith died of a progressive illness at 4:55 a.m. on May 10, 1996. At her request, no memorial service was held. Looking back at Ethel Smith's musical legacy, two things stand out: her remarkable technique and her vivid imagination.
Ethel Smith. Actress: Bathing Beauty. Ethel Smith graduated from Carnegie Tech, having majored in piano. She got a job as an organist in California, and then went to Rio de Janeiro for a four-week booking.
- November 22, 1902
- May 10, 1996
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