Anthony Newley
Anthony Newley · Arts & Literature
Songwriter and performer
1931, Hackney, London, England — 1999, Jensen Beach, Florida, United States
United Kingdom · United States
Anthony Newley is recognized among Jewish contributors to Arts & Literature — Songwriter and performer
Anthony Newley was an English songwriter, singer and actor who, with Leslie Bricusse, wrote 'What Kind of Fool Am I,' 'Feeling Good' and the songs for the film Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory, including 'The Candy Man.' A distinctive stage performer, he influenced singers from Sammy Davis Jr. to David Bowie. He was of Jewish descent through his mother's family.
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Songwriter and performer
Source: Jinfo.org — Jews in Music
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