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Oscar Levant earned the nickname “Amadeus of Hollywood” for his dazzling piano skill, his razor‑sharp wit, and his flair for public discourse. This biography traces his rise from a Carnegie Hall pianist to a TV and radio personality, charting his collaborations with Gershwin, his film roles, and his candid discussions of addiction and mental illness. The book draws on extensive research and interviews to portray the complex, brilliant, and often self‑sabotaging figure who left an indelible mark on American culture.
First publish date: 1994
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Celebrity Biography
Authors: Sam Kashner
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