'Whispering' Jack Smith

Also Known As: Jacob Schmidt, Jack Smith

Biography: His distinctive "whispering" vocal delivery, for which he became famous, was caused when he fell victim to a poison gas attack during World War I. His voice never fully recovered and, unable to sing at full volume, he instead learned to make the best use of early microphone technology to record his soft vocal style.

Department: Acting

Place of Birth: New York City, New York, USA

Birthday: May 29, 1896

Deathday: May 13, 1950

Adult: No

Gender: Male

Popularity:

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Known For:

Cheer Up and Smile
The Big Party