Rosemary Clooney was an influential American singer and actress, prominently known for her rich voice and dynamic style, which spanned jazz, pop, and many aspects of the American songbook. Emerging in the post-big band era of the early 1950s, she gained significant recognition for hits such as "Come On-a My House", and her interpretations of classics by composers like Irving Berlin and George Gershwin are held in high regard. Clooney's influence on the pop and jazz vocal traditions remains significant, with her distinctive emotional depth and interpretative skill marking her as a key figure in 20th-century American music.