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Hardcover: 292 pages
Publisher: Triumph Books May 30, 2006
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1572438347
ISBN-13: 978-1572438347
Product Dimensions:
9 x 6 x 1.3 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
Book Description
Don Cherry straddled the world of music and the world of golf. With his two innate talents, Cherry ascended to unbelievable heightsmaking gold records, winning major golf victories, and securing a place for himself in the history books. As a result, he touched the lives of dozens of big-time athletes and stars. From Demaret to CrosbyDino to Palmer Nicklaus to Sinatra
Mickey Mantle to former U.S. presidents. Known in the sports world for his animated style and fiercely competitive nature, Cherry came close to winning the U.S. Open in 1960. At the same time, he got paid to sing, earning worldwide fame as the voice of "Mister Clean" (the most famous commercial jingle in the world), while making top-selling records.
Cherry cut records that earned gold, such as "Band of Gold." He headlined at the Desert Inn and palled around with Rat Packer Dean Martin. He played The Masters nine times, won the famed Americas Golf Cup twice, and took home the Walker Cup three times. All of these are highlighted in Cherrys Jubilee. So are some of his darker moments, such as the time he nearly died, falling into a coma before comedian Buddy Hackett diagnosed what the doctors couldnt, and the most devastating blow of his life, the death of his son, who was killed in the World Trade Center on 9/11.
In Cherrys Jubilee, Don Cherry tells the story of his remarkable life. In a down-home and honest manner, using humor and wit, he offers countless anecdotes, clubhouse stories, and backstage tales about his life and career. His engaging accounts, along with the many names and celebrities you will recognize along the way, show just how fascinating and consequential Don Cherry really was and is.
This is the true rags-to-riches story of a man who has lived the American dream and definitely earned his own band of gold.
Reader Reviews
Don Cherry is the guy who has led the life you wish you could have. It's a terrific rags to riches story but with incredible and great stories along his journey. Don Cherry would have to be added to your fantasy list of people you'd like to have dinner with one day. I highly recommend this book - it's a great read for all ages.
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