Ray Evans

Birth Name:

Raymond Bernard Evans

Birth Place:

Salamanca, New York, United States

Profession

Soundtrack, Music department, Actor

In 1977, he was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame
Served as a member for the music branch of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences
In 1937, he earned a economic degree from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania
In 1947, he got married to actress and playwright Wyn Ritchie Evans
Started out as a musician for various cruise ship lines
Is primarily known for his collaboration with composer Jay Livingston
Originally wanted give the song "Mona Lisa" the name "Prima Donna," but his wife insisted against it

Fast Facts