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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia William Thomas Murray was one of the most popular musicians in the United States in the early 20th century. While he received star billing in vaudeville, he was best known for his prolific work in the recording studio, making records for almost every record label of the era.
Billy Murray was a prominent American recording artist and vaudeville performer who transitioned into voice acting for early animation, most notably as the character Bimbo in Fleischer Studios shorts.
He is recognized for his iconic voice work in animated classics such as Bimbo's Initiation and Swing You Sinners, alongside his massive catalog of popular music recordings from the acoustic era. Explore his historical discography on Mood.