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Columbo Russ And His OrchestraRuss Columbo Russ Columbo American singer, violinist, and actor (1908–1934) Ruggiero Eugenio di Rodolfo Colombo (January 14, 1908 – September 2, 1934), known as Russ Columbo, was an American baritone, songwriter, violinist, and actor. He is famous for romantic ballads such as his signature tune "You Call It Madness, But I Call It Love" and his own compositions "Prisoner of Love" and "Too Beautiful for Words". Quick facts Background information, Birth name ... Russ Columbo Background information Birth name Ruggiero Eugenio di Rodolfo Colombo Born (1908-01-14)January 14, 1908 Camden, New Jersey, U.S. Died September 2, 1934(1934-09-02) (aged 26) Los Angeles, California, U.S. Genres Jazz, popular music Occupation(s) Actor, singer, violinist Instrument(s) Violin, baritone voice Years active 1928–1934 Close Early life… (Source: Wikipedia)
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