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Hoagy Carmichael Biography

Birth Name:Howard Hoagland Carmichael

Birth Place:Bloomington, Indiana, United States

Profession Soundtrack, Actor, Music department

Fast Facts

  • In 1971, he was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame
  • Attended Indiana University School of Law, where he graduated from in 1926
  • In May 1977, he got married to screen actress Wanda McKay
  • Was best known for his work as a composer and bandleader
  • In 1931, he joined the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers
  • In 1927, he finished recording the famed song "Star Dust․"
  • Is the composer of the tune "Georgia on My Mind․"

Awards

  • 1947Oscar-Best Music, Original Song: nominated
  • 1948Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (March): winner
  • 1950Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (April): winner
  • 1952Oscar-Best Music, Original Song: winner
  • 2012OFTA Film Award-Best Music, Adapted Song: nominated