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James Van Heusen (born Edward Chester Babcock; January 26, 1913 – February 6, 1990 [1]) was an American composer. He wrote songs for films, television and theater, and won an Emmy and four Academy Awards for Best Original Song. [2] Life and career. Born in Syracuse, New York, Van Heusen began writing music while at high school.
Jimmy Van Heusen was inarguably one of the most accomplished songwriters in history. Claiming four Oscars and one Emmy award among his credits he also wrote more songs recorded by Frank Sinatra, his long time friend, than any other composer.
Jimmy Van Heusen was inarguably one of the most accomplished songwriters in history. Claiming four “Oscars” and one Emmy award among his credits he also wrote more songs (85) recorded by Frank Sinatra, his long time friend, than any other composer.
Jimmy Van Heusen Top Songs. Ain’t That A Kick In The Head? All My Tommorow’s. All The Way. All This and Heaven Too.
Jimmy Van Heusen (born Jan. 26, 1913, Syracuse, N.Y., U.S.—died Feb. 7, 1990, Rancho Mirage, Calif.) was a U.S. songwriter who composed for films, stage musicals, and recordings that most often featured singers Bing Crosby and Frank Sinatra.
Jan 26, 2013 · Jimmy Van Heusen with Frank Sinatra in the 1950s. Van Heusen wrote dozens of songs for the crooner and became Sinatra's close friend and confidant.
Feb 4, 2015 · As Frank Sinatra's best friend, songwriter in chief, and sometime traveling partner in the hard-swinging 50s, Jimmy Van Heusen—born Edward Chester Babcock—had a habit, upon arriving in any...
