Morgan, Jane (1924–)

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Morgan, Jane (1924–)

American pop singer. Born Florence Catherine Currier, May 3, 1924, in Newton, MA; dau. of Bertram Currier (cellist with the Boston Pops) and Olga Currier (concert singer and pianist); graduate of Juilliard; m. Jerry Weintraub (film producer); children: 3 daughters.

Began career in Europe, where she had success; during 1950s, had a series of hit singles, including "Fascination" (1957) and "The Day the Rain Came Down."

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