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Lawrence WelkLawrence Welk Lawrence Welk American bandleader and TV impresario (1903–1992) This article is about the person. For his TV show, see The Lawrence Welk Show. Lawrence Welk (March 11, 1903 – May 17, 1992) was an American accordionist, bandleader, and television impresario, who hosted The Lawrence Welk Show from 1951 to 1982. The program was known for its light and family-friendly style, and the easy listening music featured became known as "champagne music" to his radio, television, and live-performance audiences.[1] Quick facts Born, Died ... Lawrence Welk Welk with his accordion, 1956 Born (1903-03-11)March 11, 1903 Strasburg, North Dakota, U.S. Died May 17, 1992(1992-05-17) (aged 89) Santa Monica, California, U.S. Resting place Holy Cross Cemetery, Culver City, California Alma mater… (Source: Wikipedia)
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