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“One day he went away and I thought I'd die, but I didn't. And I said to myself: 'is that all there is to love?'”

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Peggy Lee

Peggy Lee, born on May 26, 1920, was an iconic jazz singer from the United States. Known for her distinctive voice and emotional delivery, she was often referred to as the 'Nightingale'. Lee's career spanned over half a century, during which she performed numerous classic songs, including 'Fever' and 'Is That All There Is?', which are still widely popular today. more

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