Connie Francis

Singer, composer, actress, entertainer and publisher 'Connie Francis' (qv) was educated at Arts High School and was a music student of her father. At age 11 she appeared on 'Arthur Godfrey' (qv)'s _Talent Scouts (1948)_ (qv) as a singer and accordionist. She has toured the US, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa and Europe, owned publishing companies, and has made many records. For a time she had her own television show, and has performed in nightclubs and in concert. Joining ASCAP in 1959, her popular-song compositions include "Senza Mama" and "Italian Lullaby".::Hup234! (qv's & corrections by A. Nonymous)