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Nat King Cole

Jazz vocalist, pianist, and civil rights activist Nat King Cole produced hit records from the 1940s to the 1960s. Among his many contributions to music and society, perhaps none is greater than being the first African-American host of a television variety show. Please post all of your questions about Nat King Cole into this category.

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Did Nat King Cole do drugs?

Well, honey, let me tell you - Nat King Cole was known to smoke cigarettes and drink alcohol, but there's no concrete evidence to suggest he was into the hard stuff. So, while he may have enjoyed a cocktail or two, it seems like drugs weren't his jam. But hey, who really knows what goes on behind closed doors, am I right?

Who called for the fiddlers three in the nursery rhyme?

The King called for the fiddlers three in the nursery rhyme "Old King Cole." The fiddlers are mentioned as part of his merry court of musicians and performers.

What Nat King Cole family life?

Reverend Edwards Coles and Perlina Adams Coles

What major accomplishments did Nat King Cole have?

Nat ''King'' Cole' s major accomplishments is really about his music. Nat ''King'' Cole was born in March 17, 1917 and died in February 15, 1965. As his music and voice were civilizing his population kept growing and spreading out the world. Nat and his trio were decreasing so Nat had replacements. His major Accomplishment was to become famous and reach his goal by creating a trio and making songs to become famous.

How tall is Nat?

Nat Wolff is 5"10 1/2 as of 12/7/2009

What movies did nat king cole play in?

This site has the complete list of movies and tv shows that Nat King Cole has appeared in http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0170713/

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How tall was Nat King Cole?

When I asked Natalie this question while talking to her before a concert a few years ago, she replied that she is 5' 1".

How Did Nat King Cole Become Famous?

When he started preforming in the mid 1930's, he adopted the name 'Nat Cole' (real name, Nathaniel Adams Coles), with 'King' being added as a nickname, given to him at a jazz club after Old King Cole, the nursery rhyme.

Number of albums Nat king Cole sold?

It would really depend on the records, and on what condition they are in. Some of his recordings are widely available even now, and would not be worth very much, where others are quite collectible because they are much harder to find, especially if they are in good shape. Check on Ebay to see what some of his records are selling for, and that should give you an idea. But a quick look at several rare records sites showed prices ranging from $8 to about $40.

Nat King Cole is known for among other things?

Being the first African American to host a prime time television show on an major network....

What year did Nat King Cole record 'The Christmas Song'?

The Nat King Cole Trio first recorded the song early in 1946.

Where did Nat King Cole live?

Nat King Cole performed many times in his short life.

What was Nat King Cole most known for?

Porter's other musicals include Fifty Million Frenchmen, DuBarry Was a Lady, Anything Goes, Can-Can and Silk Stockings. His numerous hit songs include "Night and Day", "I Get a Kick Out of You", "Well, Did You Evah!", "I've Got You Under My Skin", "My Heart Belongs to Daddy" and "You're the Top". He also composed scores for films from the 1930s to the 1950s, including Born to Dance (1936), which featured the songs "You'd Be So Easy to Love" and "I've Got You Under My Skin"; Rosalie (1937), which featured "In the Still of the Night"; High Society (1956), which included "True Love"; and Les Girls (1957).

How old was Nat King Cole when he die?

Nat King Cole died on February 15, 1965. He was 45 years old.

Nat King Cole was 45 when he died. Nat King Cole died in Santa Monica in California. His death was tragic and is forever known as a legend with his music.

When did Nat King Cole tour the UK?

My nan says it was October 1950 at the Liverpool Empire theatre....she was there.