My Dadby Paul Petersen

Song Info:
"My Dad" is a single released by Paul Petersen in 1962. The song was written by Barry Mann and Cynthia Weil and was a heartfelt tribute to fathers everywhere. It was a commercial success, reaching number six on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

Artist Bio:
Paul Petersen is an American actor, singer, and author born on September 23, 1945, in Glendale, California. He gained fame as a child actor in the 1960s, starring in the popular TV series "The Donna Reed Show" as Jeff Stone. Petersen also pursued a music career, releasing several singles including "My Dad" which became one of his most well-known songs. Over the years, he continued to work in the entertainment industry, appearing in various TV shows and films, as well as writing books on child stardom and advocating for the rights of young performers.