Irene Daye Death
Irene passed away on November 1, 1971 at the age of 53 in Greenville, South Carolina, USA.
When did Irene Daye die?
November 1, 1971How old was Irene Daye when died?
53Where did Irene Daye die? What was the location of death?
Greenville, South Carolina, USA
Irene Daye Birthday and Date of Death
Irene Daye was born on January 17, 1918 and died on November 1, 1971. Irene was 53 years old at the time of death.
Birthday: January 17, 1918
Date of Death: November 1, 1971
Age at Death: 53
Irene Daye - Biography
Irene Daye (January 17, 1918 in Lawrence, Massachusetts – November 1, 1971 in Greenville, South Carolina) was an American jazz singer. Irene Daye began her career at age 17 by singing in Jan Murphy's big band while still in high school in 1935, continuing with Murphy through 1937. She then worked briefly with Mal Hallett before beginning work with Gene Krupa, with whose orchestra she sang from 1938 to 1941. Krupa and Daye recorded 63 titles together, with her biggest hit being "Drum Boogie", which was recorded in the last session she did with Krupa.
