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Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Al Martino 1927-2009
Who?
Best known for his role as Johnny Fontane, the Godfather's godson, Martino also had a 50 year singing career that included hits such as "Volare" and "Spanish Eyes".
But Dean Martin did the better-known version of "Volare."
BTW, Dean Martin and Al Martino were born in the same year. Dean Martin (birth name = Dino Crocetti) once took the name Dino Martino, but had to change that name because Al Martino was already pretty famous.
I don't recognize him, but I thought Dean Martin sang Volare? I suppose several people also did that song.
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I remember him from the Godfather movie, but I didn't know he sang "Volare" until I read it in his obit.
ReplyDeleteI had some sad/happy times listening to "Cara mia."
ReplyDeleteBeauty voice.
ReplyDeleteAlso, wrestler Lou Albano, rip.
I didn't realize he was an actual singer.
ReplyDeleteThat sad. I do remember him fondly.
ReplyDeleteI'm gonna miss him. Another goomba bites the dust.
ReplyDeletevolare..wow..RIP.
ReplyDeleteI always liked Al Martino.
ReplyDeleteBut Dean Martin did the better-known version of "Volare."
BTW, Dean Martin and Al Martino were born in the same year. Dean Martin (birth name = Dino Crocetti) once took the name Dino Martino, but had to change that name because Al Martino was already pretty famous.