Mel Tormé

Biography

Melvin Howard Tormé, known as "The Velvet Fog," was an American musician, singer, composer, and actor born in Chicago on September 13, 1925. He composed the iconic music for "The Christmas Song" and won two Grammy Awards, with a total of 14 nominations throughout his career. Tormé's musical talents were influenced by his family's rich entertainment history, including his aunt Faye's dance performances during wartime rallies.