Frank Sinatra

Francis Albert Sinatra, known as Frank Sinatra, was born to Italian immigrants in Hoboken, New Jersey. An American singer and actor, Sinatra became one of the most popular entertainers of the mid-20th century, with an estimated 150 million record sales worldwide. His music career took off in the swing era with a style influenced by Bing Crosby. Sinatra achieved solo success, becoming the idol of 'bobby soxers', and made a name with several hit albums. He also had a significant film career and received multiple awards including an Academy Award, Grammy Awards, and the Presidential Medal of Freedom.