Marion Ryan

b. Marion Ryan, 4 February 1931, Middlesbrough, Yorkshire, England, d. 15 January 1999, Boca Raton, Florida, USA. This popular singer, with a vivacious style, was successful in the UK on records, radio and television in the 50s and early 60s. In one sense Marion Ryan's contribution to the UK charts began in 1948 when she gave birth to twins, Paul And Barry Ryan, who had hits of their own in the late 60s. Barry's ‘Eloise' went to number 2, which was three places higher than his mother's best effort. Marion Ryan first appeared on the UK music scene in 1953 after a spell singing ...