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Music legend Nancy Sinatra sent birthday wishes to another iconic performer, Pat Boone, who recently celebrated his 91st birthday. Sinatra posted a photo of herself with Boone on Instagram, along with a sweet message: “Sending the warmest birthday wishes to my dear friend, Pat Boone.
Have the best day ever, Pat! I love you.”
Boone, like Sinatra and her famous father Frank, boasts a string of pop hits, including chart-toppers like “Ain’t That a Shame,” “I Almost Lost My Mind,” and “Don’t Forbid Me.” However, Boone’s career has also been marked by controversy. His sanitized versions of R&B hits often outsold the original recordings by Black artists, like Little Richard’s “Tutti Frutti” and “Long Tall Sally,” leading to accusations that Boone capitalized on the limited airplay afforded to Black musicians at the time.
Beyond his music career, Boone also starred in numerous films, including “Bernardine,” “April Love,” and the sci-fi classic “Journey to the Center of the Earth.”
Sinatra’s followers joined in the birthday celebration, leaving comments on her post ranging from simple birthday greetings to observations about Boone’s good health and enduring legacy. One fan even reminisced about Boone’s song “April Love” and his “wholesome” movies. Another pointed out a New Jersey connection between the two stars, noting both Sinatra and Boone’s ties to the Garden State.