4. Frank Sinatra
Celebrated as the undisputed master of entertainment, Ol Blue Eyes is one of the biggest names in the history of showbiz. With a rangy, commanding baritone and an impeccable taste for suits, Frank Sinatra wowed audiences everywhere he went. For decades, spectators were eating out the palm of Sinatras hand, no doubt attributed to his uncanny skill to play with the expectations and emotions of a crowd, no matter how large. Born December 12, 1915, in New Jersey, Albert Francis Sinatra was the child of Italian immigrants, and was able to use his inherent European charm to the full extent. Singing was always Sinatras predominant interest, but he was also able to win himself an Oscar in 1953 after appearing in Fred Zinnemanns From Here to Eternity, proving his dexterity as an overall performer. In an industry overflowing with big egos and strong characters, nobody was capable of owning an atmosphere like Sinatra, and his forceful presence followed him everywhere, which used to admirable effect on stage. His life was decorated with many stories and events, some of them celebratory, others mired in controversy, but theres one thing for certain; Sinatra kept everybody fascinated.