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Connie Francis - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Connie Francis (December 12, 1938 in Newark, New Jersey) is an American singer. "Connie Francis" is also a character in Victory Gundam, one of the five (of the six) original members of the Shrike Team who are named in homage to 20th century female singers. Francis was diagnosed with bi-polar disorder but resumed her career in 1989 and has continued singing and recording since then. en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Connie_Francis   (691 words)

SONGS OF ITALY - Connie Francis Connie was ashamed, terrified, and unable to perform onstage in further concerts: "I'd never been afraid of anything," she said in a TV bio, "now I was afraid and I had nightmares for so many years you wouldn't believe it, it just didn't go away." She became reclusive, and her marriage was destroyed. Connie finally broke away from her father's strict control by marrying an older, once-divorced man on August 15, '64, but he turned out to be a violent alcoholic who beat her, and they divorced after only eight months. Connie has had more than her share of tragedies in her life, and every time has "Picked herself up, brushed herself off, and got back in the race." (Thanks, Frank) Connie is now a Living Legend. www.songsofitaly.com /conniefrancis.htm   (1875 words)

MTV.com - Connie Francis At the height of her chart popularity in the late '50s and early '60s, Connie Francis was unique as a female recording artist, amassing record sales equal to and surpassing those of many of her post-rock era male contemporaries. Connie Francis is the prototype for the female pop singer of today. Francis has an affinity for languages and was one of the first pop singers to record her songs in other languages. www.mtv.com /bands/az/francis_connie/bio.jhtml   (849 words)

Connie Francis Page Connie Francis interpretation of music is meticulous, enabling her to become one of the most popular international entertainers of this century. The album Connie is most proud of, re-released in September 1996 on CD, is the Swinging Connie Francis [Jazz songs of the 30's]. Connie was already an established big band and "standards" performer and even when her reign as a rock-n-roll chart-topper ended, she still continued selling records and performing as a leading entertainer. www.batnet.com /mfwright/conniemain.html   (3121 words)

St. James Encyclopedia of Pop Culture: Connie Francis In the late 1950s and early 1960s, singer Connie Francis reigned as America's top-selling female vocalist and the female counterpart to teen idols such as Frankie Avalon and Fabian. Francis, who became a frequent guest on Bandstand, later admitted that were it not for Clark and his support, she would have given up on her musical career. As a result, the mature Francis was able to establish herself as a strong nightclub draw. www.findarticles.com /p/articles/mi_g1epc/is_bio/ai_2419200423   (846 words)

Connie Francis, Not Just A Pretty face Francis, who left the entertainment business for several years after surviving a rape and robbery in 1974, recorded her last hits in the 1960s, but still continues to perform. Not only was Connie considered one of the best female vocalists in her genre, she is also looked at as one of the most beautiful women on the scene... In 1958, at nineteen years old, she had her first big hit, "Who's Sorry Now?" In addition to recording more than sixty popular albums, Connie also appeared in five films, including Where The Boys Are (1961), for which she sang the title song. www.rockabilly.nl /artists/cfrancis.htm   (143 words)

E! Online - News - Celeb Courthouse Francis is asking for the return of her master recordings, while seeking damages for "Universal's unconscionable and reprehensible conduct of permitting Francis' music to be placed in pornographic and offensive motion pictures," according to the suit. And Francis claims Universal "deliberately and maliciously" permitted the use of her songs, knowing that she herself was raped and beaten in 1974, leading to years of depression. Francis is due for more performances this year, with a show scheduled for April in Atlantic City. www.eonline.com /News/Court/0302.francis.html   (331 words)

Connie Francis Page Connie Francis had her last top ten song in 1962, her last top forty in 1964, and her last top 100 in 1969. Connie Francis is among the best female recording artists of all time in terms of record sales. Following a performance at the Westbury Music Fair in Westbury, New York in November, 1974, Connie was the victim of a robbery and assault at knifepoint, which devastated her. www.tsimon.com /francis.htm   (510 words)

intro The music of Connie Francis is the thread of continuity for the couple for whom fate, an international border, family responsibilities, and a sinister villain delayed their marriage until December 12, 1997. For fans who have a copy of the 1995 CD or video, "The Return Concert: Connie Francis Live at Trump's Castle"or fans who have been at a recent concert, you will have experienced much of the programme we enjoyed at the Toronto concert; including the audio-visual presentation, the songs, and the dialogue. Connie's music, transcending any and all boundaries, is capable of taming the beast, sooting the wounded heart and lifting the fallen spirit." John brands Connie as " romanticnovel.homestead.com /intro.html   (1370 words)

Amazon.com: Where the Hits Are: Music But when Connie Francis is good, she is still very, very good. Get Connie Francis songs All your favorite music. Connie still had what it took when she went into the studio for this compilation: although her voice is clearly more mature, it still possesses that unique "sob" and considerable energy, and she aquits herself well in revisiting the songs that made her one of the brightest singing stars of her generation. www.amazon.com /exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B000001KRI?v=glance   (788 words)

Biography for Connie Francis As a child Connie Francis was asked by her father if she would rather have piano or accordian lessons. In 1961, singer Allan Chase released a vinyl 45 record titled "I'm In Love With Miss Connie Francis", backed with the song "Lonely Heart". Connie was originally supposed to be born in Brooklyn, as that is where her family lived at the time. www.imdb.com /name/nm0290120/bio   (1660 words)

yahoogroups Connie Francis Mailing List Connie Francis' talent was discovered and encouraged by her father George at the ripe age of 3. Connie is one of the performers showcased on this and I figured it was her WSN performance, that we saw just a tiny bit of on Biograhy. Connie sings it with bounce and verve, and her buoyant performance is infused with a great sense of fun about the hopeless unrequited romance she's pursuing. ftp.batnet.com /mfwright/cfonelist.html   (20509 words)

Connie Francis Fan Forum - A Bravenet.com Forum I remember in the late 1970's hearing a disco version of the Connie Francis hit "Where the boys are". I believe (and I may well be wrong) that it was Connie herself that recorded the disco version. Here you can post questions about Connie and learn more about her music, songs, record, movies, concerts, etc. Post as many topics as you like. pub49.bravenet.com /forum/4197218156/fetch/331695   (114 words)

BobbyDarin.net/BobbyDarin.com - Bobby Darin and Connie Francis Bobby Darin and Connie Francis were sweethearts as they both began there careers in the recording industry. Bobby and Connie met in January of 1956. Connie recorded "My First Real Love " a song written by Bobby and Don Kirshner, and Bobby and his group "The Jaybirds" sang the background vocals. www.bobbydarin.net /francis.html   (172 words)

CONNIE FRANCIS FAN CLUB Unfortunately, the negative rumors have somehow filtered down to Connie and she was upset by many of them. If you would like Connie to autograph an item for you, please present it to her personally at one of her appearances. Many fans are aware that Connie made an administrative decision in January, 2003 to reorganize the fan club. www.conniefrancis.com /fanclub.html   (528 words)

Connie Francis Page Purpose is to provide information on Miss Francis for the use by her fans, admirers, music scholars and for everyone with an undying love and deep affection for Connie Francis. Fans of Connie Francis have voted this to be most favorite of all the Connie Francis movies. Connie’s first featured film from 1960, the original wild party classic that persuaded college students from all over the U.S.A. to descend on Fort Lauderdale every year. www.batnet.com /mfwright/connie_francis.html   (1495 words)

Connie Francis : Looking for Love - Listen, Review and Buy at ARTISTdirect Looking for Love is the soundtrack to Connie Francis' 1964 film of the same name, the third of four feature films in which she starred. As such, the title song is presented in three versions (one of which is a brief reprise) along with several pieces of instrumental music from the score: "Rock Dem Bells" is an instrumental rock & roll cut, and "Connie Francis -- Lady Valet Theme" is an orchestral piece. Connie Francis : Looking for Love - Listen, Review and Buy at ARTISTdirect www.artistdirect.com /store/artist/album/0,,88386,00.html   (201 words)

Amazon.co.uk: Connie's Country: Music I enjoy all Connie Francis music, but I have always thought she was at her best singing country and western and this album is superb. Connie proves here that she is the best in any kind of pop music, so five stars for her! “Connie’s Country” is another CD with Connie’s hits compiled by Spectrum Music (UK). www.amazon.co.uk /exec/obidos/ASIN/B0000255OK   (535 words)

Popstrology: What's Your Sign? Daddy Dearest turned his little girl into the international pop star Connie Francis (with some timely help from the likes of Arthur Godfrey, Ted Mack, and Dick Clark) but he appears to have done little for her self-esteem. MC Hammer (3/29/62) is a popstrological child of Connie Francis. With her doctors' help, she embarked on a decades-long addiction to prescription drugs while still in her teens, and her four marriages lasted a total of just six and a half years. www.popstrology.com /lookup_francis.html   (211 words)

PRESENTING MISS CONNIE FRANCIS CONNIE IS A STAR AMONG STARS AND WILL ALWAYS BE #1 WITH ME. I HOPE THOSE WHO VISIT THIS PAGE ENJOY SOME OF THE MANY FACES OF MISS CONNIE FRANCIS WHICH I HAVE COLLECTED OVER THE YEARS. The fan was from Brazil and although this was done in 1990, I feel that it captures the very essence of the Classic Connie Francis. This is a very special drawing of Connie that was done for me by another Connie fan many years ago. www.angelfire.com /ga2/missconniefrancis   (257 words)

Amazon.co.uk: The World of Connie Francis: Music “The World of Connie Francis” (actually it is not her entire world, but only the sea of love) could be even more wonderful if it contained such standards like “Around the world”, “Fascination”, “Harbour lights”, “I will wait for you”, “Kiss me goodbye”, “Somewhere my love”, “Too young” and many more. The Collection; Audio CD ~ Connie Francis (Artist) Connie's Country; Audio CD ~ Connie Francis (Artist) www.amazon.co.uk /exec/obidos/ASIN/B000006YSO   (412 words)

Connie Francis The records of legendary pop-diva Connie Francis represent 20th-century Italian-American culture as much as any work by Scorsese, Pacino, Puzo or Sinatra. I'm just glad they put it out because in the last few years finding a Connie Francis record was rarer than finding plutonium. As the first Italian American to display ethnic dedication at a time when America was as white as President Eisenhower, she proves that her Italian roots are thicker than red gravy. www.citypaper.net /articles/112196/article002.shtml   (966 words)

Connie Francis: The Swinging World of Connie Francis Connie Francis, vocals; Don Costa, arranger; Joe Mazzu, conductor. I had just gone through the international fan mail and was about to leave Connie's suite on West 54th Street when in walked Connie with a big smile and a big idea. We'll call it 'Connie and Clyde.' I'm calling Bob Arthur from the Sullivan show to write the lyrics. www.masterdigital.com /examples/data/acd-286.htm   (137 words)

w a n d e r l i s t - Reasons Connie Francis Rocks! I LOVE Connie Francis and I think she ROCKS!! Please vote for Miss Connie Francis as the Queen Of Rock & Roll!! The Lesley Gore fan and Connie Francis fan should just get married!! www.wanderlist.com /conniefrancis   (160 words)

Connie Francis Connie Francis Sues Universal Music for Tens of Millions; Ms. Connie Francis doesn't quite tell all, and who's sorry now? (rape of singer Connie Francis; enhancement of security systems) (Special Report: Tourism) (San Diego Business Journal) www.infoplease.com /ipea/A0762096.html   (272 words)

Connie Francis Boyfriend: Bobby Darin (musician, ex-, Connie's father threatened him with a pistol) Raped 8 November 1974, at a Howard Johnson's motel on Long Island, NY Suicide Attempt Submit a correction or make a comment about this profile www.nndb.com /people/128/000023059   (37 words)

Connie Francis @ netato.com Connie Francis Petula Clark Doris Day Ray Charles conniefrancis.netato.com   (8 words)

Connie Francis Photo Gallery Three Not only is Connie Francis a highly acclaimed singer, she is also a visual treat. Return to Connie Francis Photo Gallery Top Page Also included are photos of some of the people that have been an important part of her career. www.geocities.com /concettamia/cfgallery3.html   (61 words)

Connie Francis Paper Dolls Here is a Connie Francis Paper Doll and outfits for you to download. Back cover of booklet, and full double page of Connie doll in “studio” Each image was scanned at 150 dpi at 100% in jpeg format. www.geocities.com /mikeht220/cfpdoll.html   (133 words)

Connie Francis - A Legend in Concert DVD Features Travel down memory lane with Connie Francis as your tour guide. Create a fansite for Connie Francis - A Legend in Concert Connie Francis - A Legend in Concert DVD Features www.rottentomatoes.com /m/connie_francis_a_legend_in_concert/dvd.php?select=1   (290 words)

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