La Grange in Oldham County, Kentucky — The American South (East South Central)
Buddy Pepper House
Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, April 30, 2023
1. Buddy Pepper House Marker
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Buddy Pepper House. . Buddy Pepper (1922-1993) a pianist, songwriter, and actor during Hollywood's “Golden Age,” lived in this house from his birth through 1932. He is best remembered as a writer of the most popular song of 1953, “Vaya Con Dios,” which was recorded by acclaimed husband and wife duo Les Paul and Mary Ford. The award-winning song became an instant classic and was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2005. As an actor, Buddy co-starred in movies with icons Mickey Rooney, Jackie Cooper, Spencer Tracy, and Jane Withers. He served in the Special Services as an entertainer during world war two and rose to the rank of Sergeant. As a pianist, Buddy accompanied such popular songstresses as Judy Garland, Margaret Whiting, and Marlene Dietrich.
Buddy Pepper (1922-1993) a pianist, songwriter,
and actor during Hollywood's “Golden Age,” lived in
this house from his birth through 1932. He is best
remembered as a writer of the most popular song of
1953, “Vaya Con Dios,” which was recorded by
acclaimed husband and wife duo Les Paul and Mary
Ford. The award-winning song became an instant
classic and was inducted into the Grammy Hall of
Fame in 2005. As an actor, Buddy co-starred in
movies with icons Mickey Rooney, Jackie Cooper,
Spencer Tracy, and Jane Withers. He served in the
Special Services as an entertainer during WWII and
rose to the rank of Sergeant. As a pianist, Buddy
accompanied such popular songstresses as Judy
Garland, Margaret Whiting, and Marlene Dietrich.
Erected by City of La Grange.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Arts, Letters, Music • Entertainment. A significant historical year for this entry is 1922.
Location. 38° 24.421′ N, 85° 22.633′ W. Marker is in La Grange, Kentucky, in Oldham County. Marker is at the intersection of South Walnut Avenue and East Washington Street, on the right when traveling north on South Walnut Avenue. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 109 S Walnut Ave, La Grange KY 40031, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of
Also see . . . 1. Buddy Pepper. Wikipedia entry on the pianist, songwriter, arranger and actor, who was born Jack R. Starkey. (Submitted on May 13, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.)
2. Pepper at the Piano. The stories and songs of Oldham County's Buddy Pepper. (Submitted on May 13, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.)
Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, April 30, 2023
2. Buddy Pepper House Marker
Unknown via Discogs (Public Domain)
3. Buddy Pepper (1922-1993)
Credits. This page was last revised on May 13, 2023. It was originally submitted on May 13, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 107 times since then and 42 times this year. Photos:1, 2, 3. submitted on May 13, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.
