William D. Carey (May 20, 1916 – January 27, 2004) was an American singer, songwriter, actor, and author.

Early life

Carey was born on May 20, 1916, in Hollister, California.[1]

Career

Carey acted in Roberta, Old Man Rhythm, Freshman Love, A Yank at Oxford, Something to Sing About, and Campus Confessions.[1]

Carey was a lyricist for Eva Cassidy, Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Nat King Cole, George Michael, Joni Mitchell, Frank Sinatra, and Sarah Vaughan.[1] He wrote the words to "Who Wouldn't Love You?".[2]

Personal life and death

Carey had two sons with his first wife, Leona Olsen. His second wife was Ruth Hill Gibian. They resided in Laguna Beach, California.[1]

Carey died on January 27, 2004, at age 87.[1]

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 5 "Lyricist, composer Bill Carey dies". Laguna Beach Coastline Pilot. February 6, 2004. Retrieved December 9, 2018.
  2. ↑ Tyler, Don (2007). Hit Songs, 1900-1955: American Popular Music of the Pre-rock Era. Jefferson, North Carolina: McFarland & Company. p. 364. ISBN 9780786429462. OCLC 219654140. Bill Carey (1916-2004) : Bill Carey was the lyricist of "Who Wouldn't Love You?" (see '42). Carey was a songwriter, actor, singer and author. After high school in San Francisco, he became a vocalist with dance bands, then acted in films and stage. During World War II he served in the Army.


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