Jane Morgan Weintraub, the elegant songstress whose voice captivated audiences from Paris to Broadway to American television screens, passed away on August 4 at the age of 101. Known for her international success, six gold records, and her signature hit “Fascination,” Weintraub’s career spanned more than five decades across music, theater, and TV.
Jane Morgan Weintraub, the radiant vocalist and beloved star of Broadway and television, passed away on August 4 at the age of 101. With a career that spanned continents and decades, Weintraub leaves behind a legacy of grace, talent, and timeless music.
Born to perform, Weintraub first found success not in her native United States, but in Europe — captivating audiences in France and the U.K. before ultimately breaking through at home. Her elegant voice and refined style led to six gold records in the U.S., with standout albums including The American Girl From Paris and All the Way. But it was her 1957 recording of “Fascination” — featured in the Audrey Hepburn film Love in the Afternoon — that became her signature hit and solidified her place in American pop culture.
On the stage, Weintraub’s charisma shone just as brightly. She dazzled in the Broadway production of Ziegfeld Follies of 1957, delighted audiences in The Jack Benny Show (1963), and commanded the spotlight in the titular role of Mame from 1968 to 1969, earning praise for her charm and stage presence.
Weintraub’s influence extended deeply into the golden age of television. She made her small-screen debut in 1951 on Celebrity Time and went on to grace some of the most iconic variety shows of the era, including The Victor Borge Show, The Colgate Comedy Hour, Cavalcade of Stars, and The Jack Benny Program. Her warm presence and wit made her a favorite guest on The Jimmy Dean Show, The Jonathan Winters Show, The Mike Douglas Show, and The Hollywood Palace.
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