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Kathy Kirby was born in Ilford, Essex, England on October 20th. 1940 and won her first talent contest at the age of three. She was a leading light in the school choir, and was destined for a career in opera. At the age of 12 she decided she wanted to become a professional singer, however it was her resemblance to Marilyn Monroe as much as her supple soprano voice that led to her recruitment as featured singer with the highly respected Bert Ambrose and his orchestra.[[Category:Icon.>
