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Nat King Cole was an American jazz pianist and vocalist who achieved great success in the mid-20th century. He was born on March 17, 1919, in Montgomery, Alabama, and grew up in Chicago, Illinois. Cole began his music career as a jazz pianist before transitioning to become a popular singer. He is best known for hits such as "Unforgettable," "Mona Lisa," and "The Christmas Song." Cole was the first African American to host a national television variety show, "The Nat King Cole Show," which aired in the late 1950s. He was also a talented actor, appearing in several films throughout his career. Nat King Cole's smooth voice and elegant style made him one of the most successful and influential artists of his time.

Tragically, Nat King Cole passed away on February 15, 1965, at the age of 45 from lung cancer. Despite his untimely death, his music continues to be celebrated and cherished by fans around the world. Cole was posthumously honored with numerous awards, including multiple Grammy Awards and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. His legacy as a pioneering African American artist and talented musician lives on through his timeless recordings and influence on generations of musicians.