The vocal group also embarked on a successful recording career upon the release of their first album, Let’s Get Acquainted. As the quintessential American girls, they sang for seven United States Presidents, Eisenhower, Kennedy, Johnson, Nixon, Ford, Carter and Reagan, an achievement that few other performers can claim. The country was enamored with these new celebrities who remained unaffected by all the attention and became role models for young women everywhere.
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city, and throughout the heartland.Īs their popularity grew, merchandising tie-ins such as paper dolls, TV trays and coloring books, began to appear. That's why, as youngsters, they were dubbed "America's Sweethearts of Song" and Americans still admire them today.Īfter their well-received television debut, the Sisters began a concert career, traveling extensively to make record-breaking personal appearances, both with the Welk Orchestra and as solo artists, in every major U.S.
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The combination of their extraordinary natural vocal talents, hard working professionalism, striking looks, unassuming personalities and strong family values earned them a place in the hearts of millions of fans nationwide. First finding overnight success as television stars, they continued their rise to fame as recording artists, best-selling authors and live performers in theaters, nightclubs and major performing arts centers throughout the United States, where they continue to captivate audiences with their legendary harmonies to this day.Īmerica first fell in love with The Lennon Sisters as the "girls next door." For 13 years on The Lawrence Welk Show, the Sisters (Dianne, Peggy, Kathy and Janet), charmed the nation with their sweet-voiced harmonies. As one of the most acclaimed and admired vocal groups in popular music, The Lennon Sisters are entertainment icons and throughout a dazzling career have conquered all facets of show business.