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Melanie
Acting•Born February 3, 1947•Died January 23, 2024 (age 76)•Queens, New York USA
Biography
Melanie Anne Safka-Schekeryk (February 3, 1947 – January 23, 2024), professionally known as Melanie or Melanie Safka, was an American singer-songwriter. She is widely known for the 1971–72 global hit "Brand New Key", her 1970 version of the Rolling Stones' "Ruby Tuesday", her composition "What Have They Done to My Song Ma", and her 1970 international breakthrough hit, "Lay Down (Candles in the Rain)", which was inspired by her experience of performing at the 1969 Woodstock music festival
Known For
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
1962•TV Series•
7.5
The Mike Douglas Show
1961•TV Series•
5.8
The Merv Griffin Show
1962•TV Series•
6.6
The Ed Sullivan Show
1948•TV Series•
6.8
The Johnny Cash Show
1969•TV Series•
6.5
The Brady Bunch Hour
1977•TV Series•
4.3
One to One: John & Yoko
2025•Movie•
7.2
Power to the People: John & Yoko Live in NYC
2026•Movie
Filmography
Personal Info
DepartmentActing
BirthdayFebruary 3, 1947
Day of DeathJanuary 23, 2024
Place of BirthQueens, New York USA
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