Age | 74 (age at death) |
Birthday | 10 July, 1894 |
Birthplace | Boston, Massachusetts, United States |
Died | 23 May, 1969 |
Place of Death | Los Angeles, California |
Zodiac Sign | Cancer |
Nationality | American |
Occupation | Composer |
Claim to Fame | I Can`t Give You Anything But Love |
James Francis McHugh (July 10, 1894 – May 23, 1969) was an American composer. One of the most prolific songwriters from the 1920s to the 1950s, he is credited with over 500 songs. His songs were recorded by many artists, including Chet Baker, June Christy, Bing Crosby, Deanna Durbin, Ella Fitzgerald, Judy Garland, Adelaide Hall, Billie Holiday, Bill Kenny, Peggy Lee, Carmen Miranda, Nina Simone, and Dinah Washington.