The late actor and singer Dean Martin was one of the greatest entertainers of the mid-20th century. He was the father of seven children from two marriages, and his daughter, Deana, is carrying on his legacy with a successful singing career that has spanned over 50 years. Dean Martin, also known as the “King of Cool,” was known for his natural charisma and sense of humor.
A talented man, Martin built a successful career from scratch, and to this day, he is remembered as one of the greatest performers in Hollywood.
His daughter, Deana Martin, followed in her father’s footsteps into the music industry, and she is extremely proud to carry on Martin’s legacy while pursuing her dreams and passions.
Here’s everything you need to know about her, but first, let’s learn about her father’s career.
DEAN MARTIN’S LIFE AND CAREER
He rose to fame in 1946 alongside comedian Jerry Lewis, in a musical comedy called Martin & Lewis.
“My dad used to say to me, ‘Treat people the way you want to be treated.'” – Deana Martin
They began performing in clubs and worked their way up to television, radio and recording contracts. However, the duo split in 1956 and each went on to pursue their own careers.
MEET DEANA MARTIN’S DAUGHTER
Deana showed an interest in the entertainment industry from a very young age, which stemmed from watching her father perform with his friends in the Rat group – whom she called Uncle Frank and Uncle Sammy.
She studied at Dartington College of Art in the United Kingdom and appeared in plays such as “Romeo and Juliet,” “The Taming of the Shrew,” and “Hamlet.”Deana made her television debut in 1966 on an episode of “The Dean Martin Show.” She became a frequent guest, singing in comedy skits or performing musical numbers with her father and other artists, including Sinatra.
She made her film debut in the 1968 Western “Young Billy Young” and had other starring roles in “Strangers at Sunrise” and “A Voice in the Night.”Martin began her recording career by signing with Reprise Records and releasing hit singles like “Girl of the Month Club,” “When He Remembers Me,” “Baby I See You,” and “The Bottom of My Mind” in the 1960s.
Her first studio album, “Memories Are Made of This,” was released in 2006, two years after her memoir “Memories Are Made of This: Dean Martin Through His Daughters Eyes” became a bestseller. Deana has released four studio albums and continues to tour the country performing in venues ranging from Las Vegas showrooms to intimate jazz clubs to symphony concert halls.
