American nightclub comedian, singer, actor, and producer, Danny Thomas, is of many entertainers to debut at a New York City nightclub which influenced which singer's song "Copacabana"?
Copacabana (nightclub) The Copacabana is a New York City nightclub. Many entertainers such as Danny Thomas, Pat Cooper and the comedy team of Martin and Lewis, made their New York debuts at the Copacabana. The Barry Manilow song "Copacabana" (1978) is named after the club.
Joan Merrill Joan Merrill (January 2, 1918, Baltimore, Maryland–May 10, 1992 New York, New York) was an American singer and actress. She began her career in the 1930s on radio and later sang at nightclubs across the United States, including at the Copacabana in New York City, the Thunderbird in Las Vegas, Nevada, and the Rio Cabana in Chicago. In addition to live performances she starred in the 1941 musical film "Time Out for Rhythm" and, in 1942, had roles in "Iceland" and "The Mayor of 44th Street". As was popular at the time, her songs were patriotic and inspired by support for World War II.