Jack Jones Biography

Fast Facts

• In 2001, he was awarded The Desert Theatre League's Lifetime Achievement Award
• In 1961, he won a Grammy for Best Male Solo Vocal Performance for "Lollipops․"
• In 1963, he received a second Grammy award for "Wives․"
• A Golden Palm Star on the Palm Springs, Calif․, Walk of Stars was dedicated to him in 2003
• Caught the attention of the music industry after recording several demos for songwriter Don Raye
• Performed at the Thunderbird Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas with his father, his first professional break
• Was born on the night his father, actor Allan Jones, recorded his signature song "Donkey Serenade․"
• His hit records include "Lollipops and Roses," "Wives and Lovers," "The Race Is On," "Call Me Irresponsible" and "The Impossible Dream․"
• A 1960s pop star, he was known for his tenor-baritone voice and his solid rhythmic sense
• Played Don Quixote in the national tour of "Man of La Mancha" in 2001