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May 21, 2020 · Learn about the Democratic Party fund-raiser and birthday salute to President Kennedy in New York City on May 19, 1962, featuring celebrities, entertainment, and remarks by the president. See photos and audio of the event, the performers, and the attendees.
Monroe sang the traditional "Happy Birthday to You" lyrics in a sultry, intimate voice, with "Mr. President" inserted as Kennedy's name. She continued the song with a snippet from the classic 1938 song, "Thanks for the Memory", for which she had written new lyrics specifically aimed at Kennedy. Afterwards, as a large birthday cake was presented ...
Apr 13, 2020 · On May 19, 1962, a star-studded, forty-fifth birthday salute to President Kennedy is under way at New York’s Madison Square Garden. Top-tier tickets to the Democratic fundraiser cost $1,000 ...
Sep 8, 2020 · Learn how Marilyn Monroe sang "Happy Birthday" to President John F. Kennedy at a 1962 fundraiser in New York City, where she also performed in a flesh-colored gown with rhinestones. The song marked her final hurrah before her life came to an end less than three months later.
May 19, 2022 · On May 19, 1962, film star Marilyn Monroe sang “Happy Birthday to You” to President John F. Kennedy during a Democratic fundraiser at New York’s Madison Squa...
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Apr 15, 2024 · Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks at "New York's Birthday Salute to the President" held at the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel in New York City. In his speech the President discusses the differences between the country's primary political parties and characterizes the Democratic Party as "the party of hope."
