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Legendary American jazz pianist and vocalist who became a major pop star.Born Nathaniel Adams Coles in Montgomery, Alabama, Nat King Cole rose from leading the influential King Cole Trio to become one of the most popular and successful vocalists of the mid-20th century. Known for his smooth, warm baritone voice, he recorded timeless hits like "Unforgettable," "Mona Lisa," "The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire)," and "Nature Boy." He achieved mainstream success despite facing...