Gary Lewis
Gary Lewis
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Gary Lewis is a renowned American singer and actor, best known as the lead vocalist of Gary Lewis & the Playboys.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born on March 31, 1945, in Los Angeles, California. Still active in music industry, no death date available.
Nationality and Profession(s)
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Nationality: American
Profession:
Singer
Actor
Early Life and Background
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Gary Lewis grew up in a musical family. His father, Jerry Lester, was an actor and comedian who frequently appeared on TV shows, including _The Ed Sullivan Show_. Gary's early life involved frequent exposure to the entertainment industry, which likely influenced his decision to pursue a career in music.
Major Accomplishments
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Gary Lewis & the Playboys' biggest hit single was "This Diamond Ring," which reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1965. The group's other notable songs include "Save Your Heart for Me" and "Green Tambourine." In addition to his success with Gary Lewis & the Playboys, Gary has released solo albums and appeared in various films.
Notable Works or Actions
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Discography:
Released several studio albums with Gary Lewis & the Playboys
Solo album "Every Year" (1966)
Collaborations with other artists on singles and compilations
Filmography:
Appeared in films such as _The Happening_ (1967), _The Comic_ (1969), and _High School U.S.A._ (1984)
Impact and Legacy
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Gary Lewis & the Playboys were a significant part of the 1960s pop-rock scene, with hits like "This Diamond Ring" becoming iconic of that era. Their music has endured through various generations, making them still widely recognized today.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Gary Lewis' career in music and film spans over five decades, leaving a lasting impact on popular culture. His contributions to 1960s pop-rock are undeniable, and his legacy continues to inspire new artists.
Quotes by Gary Lewis
The fireplace is an appropriate element in any room. Imagine relaxing by the fire, reading the paper with a cup of hot chocolate in your bedroom. It's very sensory.
I know more than I ever wanted to (about GMOs). I'm perplexed at why we are here even talking about this.
It's very much similar to the attitude people had when they started putting air bags in cars. Oh, it'll drive the price of the cars up. People won't want to pay that. But we have air bags in cars and lives are being saved because of it.
It seems to me that states ought to be able to have laws to protect the citizens of their state. I don't see where the Coast Guard should have the right to say 'No, you can't'.
This is still a pretty raw team. I still don't think we're where we need to be in terms of jelling, but the energy and enthusiasm is helping us until we get there.
A fireplace is a very popular architectural element. It can set the scale and mood within the room.
We needed to go back to man-to-man. When we go zone, we tend to sit back and wait, and that's not the way we play our game.
