Louis Prima
Actor · Original Music Composer
Born Dec 7, 1910 · New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
Active 1936–1978 · Awards: star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Louis Leo Prima was an American trumpeter, singer, entertainer, and bandleader. While rooted in New Orleans jazz, swing music, and jump blues, Prima touched on various genres throughout his career: he formed a seven-piece New Orleans–style…
Filmography
The Jungle Book (1967) — King Louie of the Apes (voice)Start Cheering (1938) — Band ConductorRose of Washington Square (1939) — Band LeaderYou Can't Have Everything (1937) — Orchestra LeaderThe Champ's a Chump (1936) — Band Leader LouisThe Continental Twist (1961) — Louis EvansRhythm on the Range (1936) — Trumpet PlayerSwing It (1936) — Louis Prima - Band LeaderThe Star Reporter in Hollywood (1937) — Louis PrimaLouis Prima: In Person! (2010)Sackgasse (1963) — Original Music Composer