“One thing is certain: for many of those who came back from WWII, the music of Frank Sinatra was no consolation for their losses. Some had lost friends. Some had lost wives and lovers. All had lost portions of their youth. More important to the Sinatra career the girls started marrying the men who came home. Bobby socks vanished from many closets. The girls who wore them had no need anymore for imaginary lovers; they had husbands. Nothing is more embarrassing to grownups than the passions of adolescence, and for many, Frank Sinatra was the passion.”
Quote by Pete Hamill
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Pete Hamill
Pete Hamill (born June 24, 1935) was a renowned American journalist, author, and columnist. Born in Brooklyn, New York, to Irish immigrant parents, he became a prominent voice in New York journalism. Hamill wrote for major outlets like the New York Post, Daily News, and The New Yorker, covering politics, culture, and social issues. He was known for his deep empathy for the city's working class and immigrants. Hamill also authored several novels and nonfiction works, including the bestseller "A Drinking Life." His direct, emotional style and personal narratives made him a distinctive figure in American media. He passed away in 2020, leaving a lasting legacy. more
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