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Dinah Washington, Nat “King” Cole Win At First Televised Grammy Awards

A number of black musicians took home awards during the 2nd Annual Grammy Awards, which were held today (November 29, 1959). The 2nd Annual Grammy Awards were hosted by Meredith…

11/29/2012

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Dinah Washington Dies Of Overdose

The young life of Dinah Washington came to and end today (December 14, 1963). The singer was found dead from an overdose on presecription sleeping pills by husband Dick “Night Train” Lane, a pro football player. The pair had been married for six months when Washington died, although it was her seventh marriage.

grouchygreg 12/14/2009