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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."
May 21, 2020 · List of entertainers and workers who participated in President Kennedy’s Birthday Salute, undated. The Birthday Salute was a festive affair from start to finish. ST-212-10-62. View of Madison Square Garden during a Democratic Party fund-raising dinner and birthday salute to President John F. Kennedy, New York City, 19 May 1962.
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 ...