Frank Sinatra

Francis Albert Sinatra (December 12, 1915 – May 14, 1998) was an American singer and actor who is widely regarded as one of the twentieth century's finest musical performers. He is one of the most successful music artists of all time, with an estimated 150 million recordings sold worldwide.

If you thought Aretha Franklin sold a lot of albums with 75 million, think again. Frank Sinatra has sold twice as many. He is often regarded as the most popular and influential musician of the twentieth century. You've definitely heard of the Rat Pack, a group of musicians that formerly ruled the Las Vegas casino venue circuit. He was the most senior member.

There are too many lifetime achievement awards, music honors, and even government accolades to count. Time magazine even named him one of the world's most powerful people (not just a musician). His voice is still one of the most identifiable, and it can be heard regularly in all types of entertainment. He was a phenomenal performer who left a legacy comparable to Michael Jackson's.