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  1. BornWonga Philip Harris · June 24, 1904 · Linton, Indiana, U.S.
    DiedAugust 11, 1995 (aged 91) · Rancho Mirage, California, U.S.
    SpousesMarcia Ralston · (m. 1927; div. 1940) · Alice Faye (m. 1941)
    Children3
    Early life and career

    Harris was born in Linton, Indiana on June 24, 1904, but grew up in Nashville, Tennessee, and identified himself as a Southerner. His hallmark song was "That's What I Like About the South." He had a trace of a S… See more

    Radio

    In 1936, Harris became musical director of The Jell-O Program Starring Jack Benny singing and leading his band, with Mahlon Merrick writing much of the show's music. When Harris exhibited a knack for snappy one-liners, … See more

    Recording career

    Harris was recording songs as early as 1931. He sang with a deep baritone voice. Songs by Harris include the early 1950s novelty song, "The Thing". The song describes the hapless finder of a box with a mysterious … See more

    Later career

    In 1956, Harris appeared in the film Good-bye, My Lady. He made numerous guest appearances on 1960s and 1970s television series, including The Steve Allen Show, the Kraft Music Hall, Burke's Law, F Troop, The Dean Marti… See more

     
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