| Romantic tenor Sergio Franchi was born in Italy; during a career spanning close to three decades he won acclaim not only as an entertainer but also as a humanitarian, earning the title of "Cavaliery" from the Italian government. Becoming an American citizen in 1972, Franchi issued a series of recordings for RCA and MCA during his career. In 1979 he recorded the 12" single "Laugh You Silly Clown." The collectable recording failed to make ANY charts and as one would expect is appreciable only for it's camp value. Succumbing to cancer on May 1, 1990; his widow Eva established the Sergio Franchi Music Foundation, annually awarding scholarships to students of vocal studies. For what he lacked in disco savy he more than made up for as a wonderful human being. |
