American singer and pianist
Born: September 11, 1967
Harry Connick Jr. is an American singer, actor, and pianist, renowned for his contributions to jazz and popular music. Born on September 11, 1967, in New Orleans, Louisiana, Connick was raised in a musically inclined family. He showed prodigious talent from a young age, performing publicly by the age of five. His passion for jazz was nurtured in New Orleans, a city with deep musical traditions.
Connick’s breakthrough came with the 1989 soundtrack for the romantic comedy When Harry Met Sally…, which showcased his jazz piano skills and vocal charm. He went on to release numerous successful albums, earning multiple Grammy Awards for his work. His unique blend of big band, swing, and jazz has made him a beloved figure in American music.
Aside from music, Connick has had a successful acting career, appearing in films like Independence Day and Hope Floats. He’s also a familiar face on television, serving as a judge on American Idol and hosting his own talk show, Harry.
Connick is not only a celebrated performer but also a dedicated philanthropist, supporting various causes, particularly in his hometown of New Orleans.
Harry Connick Jr.’s 5 most popular quotes
- I do the things I like to do. It’s sort of a bigger version of having more than one hobby.
- I couldn’t have been luckier with my parents.
- Marriage has made me a lot happier and I’m deeply in love with my wife, and I thank God for her every day.
- I’ve been all over the world. I love New York, I love Paris, San Francisco, so many places. But there’s no place like New Orleans. It’s got the best food. It’s got the best music. It’s got the best people. It’s got the most fun stuff to do.
- You know, things kind of happen organically and, you know, Broadway sort of happened out of a career in performing and – which happened out of practicing piano when I was a kid.
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