Ethel Merman

Ethel Merman was an American actress and singer. Known primarily for her distinctive, powerful voice and leading roles in musical theatre, she has been called “the undisputed First Lady of the musical comedy stage”.

Date of birth:
16th January, 1908
Date of death:
15th February, 1984
"I wouldn’t trust any man as far as you can throw a piano."
― Ethel Merman
Topic(s): Trust
"Christmas carols always brought tears to my eyes. I also cry at weddings. I should have cried at a couple of my own."
― Ethel Merman
Topic(s): Wedding
"Eisenhower was my war hero and the President I admire and respect most."
― Ethel Merman
Topic(s): Respect
"My beloved Mom and Pop always rated tops with each other, and that’s the way it will always be."
― Ethel Merman
Topic(s): Mom
"I wouldn’t change one thing about my professional life, and I make it a point not to dwell on my mistakes."
― Ethel Merman
Topic(s): Change
"Mom and Pop were proud of my popularity, but from their point of view, show business was no way to make a living."
― Ethel Merman
Topic(s): Business
"When I’m asked how to succeed in show business, I always say I haven’t the foggiest."
― Ethel Merman
Topic(s): Business
"Mom claimed that I could carry a tune at 2 or 3 years of age. Maybe she was a little prejudiced."
― Ethel Merman
Topic(s): Age

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