Tony Orlando
Michael Anthony Orlando Cassavitis (born April 3, 1944), known professionally as Tony Orlando, is an American singer. He is best known for being in the singing group, Tony Orlando and Dawn, also the name of a television show that was popular for variety entertainment. They were known for singing the songs, "Tie a Yellow Ribbon Round the Ole Oak Tree", "Knock Three Times", and "He Don't Love You (Like I Love You)".
Tony Orlando | |
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Background information | |
Birth name | Michael Anthony Orlando Cassavitis |
Born | April 3, 1944 |
Origin | Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan |
Genres | Pop |
Occupation(s) | Singer |
Years active | 1961 – Present |
Labels | Columbia |
Associated acts | Tony Orlando and Dawn |
Website | www.tonyorlando.com |
Orlando is from Greek, Latino, and Puerto Rican descent.
Websites
Tony Orlando Media
Dancing with First Lady Betty Ford after a state dinner at the White House in 1976
Orlando (left) and Freddie Prinze in Chico and the Man (1976)