Steve Lawrence released his first album in 1953. He married singer Edyie Gorme in 1957 and they formed an act, often billed as “Steve and Edyie.” They performed together for over 50 years. He maintained a solo career, and his song "Go Away Little Girl" reached number one the Billboard Hot 100 in 1962. Lawrence was nominated for a Tony Award in 1964 for his role in the musical "What Makes Sammy Run?" He also guest starred on such TV shows as "The Carol Burnett Show" and "The Nanny" and had a role in the 1980 movie "The Blues Brothers." Steve Lawrence died on March 7, 2024 at the age of 88.
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