Joanie Sommers

Joanie Sommers
Sommers circa 1960s
Background information
Birth nameJoan Drost
Born (1941-02-24) February 24, 1941
Buffalo, New York, U.S.
GenresPopular music
Years active1959–1970s, 1980s–2005
LabelsWarner Bros. Records
Spouse
Jerry Steiner
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(m. 1961; died 1972)​

Joanie Sommers (born Joan Drost, February 24, 1941) is an American singer and actress. Her career has focused on jazz, standards and popular song. Early in her career she was billed as "The Voice of the Sixties"; she also collaborated with prominent arrangers, songwriters and producers. Her most recognized song is "Johnny Get Angry", which although atypical of her work became a popular success.

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