This blog is dedicated to the memory and the life of Dean Martin. December 25 marks the 20th anniversary of the death of Dean Martin. Dean has always bin, my favorite singer and my favorite entertainer. He truly had every thing looks, charm, humor, and a wonderful sinning voice, that rivaled Frank Sinatra. Today I would like to honor him, by sharing what truly made Dino so special. And why I idolism him.

Short Bio

Dean Martin (born Dino Paul Crocetti; June 7, 1917-December 25, 1995) was an American singer, actor ,comedian, and movie star.

Dean was one of the most popular entertainers of the mid-20th century. Dean was nicknamed the "King of Cool" for his seemingly effortless charisma. He partnered with Jerry Lewis, in the immensely popular comedy team "Martin and Lewis". Dean was a member of the "Rat Pack" and a star in concert stage/nightclubs, recordings, movies, and TV. He was the host of the television show, The Dean Martin Show (1965-1974) and The Dean Martin Celebrity Roast (1974-1985)

The Dean Martin Show Clips

Here are a several clips from The Dean Martin Show. That captures the talent that made Dean so special.

Dean Martin singing: My Kind of Girl with Introduction by Orson Welles

Dean Martin singing: Everybody Loves Somebody.

Death

Martin, a heavy smoker, was diagnosed with lung cancer at Cedars Sinai Medical Center in September 1993, and in early 1995 retired from public life. He died of acute respiratory failure resulting from emphysema at his Beverly Hills home on Christmas morning 1995, at age 78.The lights of the Las Vegas Strip were dimmed in his honor.

Thank you for reading this blog. I hope you enjoyed the great Dean Martin, and remember. "Everybody Loves Somebody Some Time".