Bing Crosby (Harry Lillis Crosby) (1904-1977) American singer and actor. His relaxed, jazz-influenced style of singing or 'crooning' made him one of the most popular and imitated singers of the century. His recording of Irving Berlin's White Christmas (1942) is often said to be the best-selling record of all time. Crosby had over 80 hits. He also starred in many films with Bob Hope.
(Source: Brockhampton Reference: Dictionary of Biography)