Julie London (nee Peck) was an American performer and actress who performed for over 40 years. A torch singer noted for her smooth, sultry contralto vocals, London recorded over thirty albums of pop and jazz standards between 1955 until 1969. Inducted into The Grammy Hall of Fame in 2001 was her performance of "Cry Me a River" which she had included on her debut album. Alongside her musical notice, London was nominated for a Golden Globe Award in 1974 in her role as nurse Dixie McCall in the television series Emergency!. Born in Santa Rosa, California, to vaudevillian parents, London was discovered while working as an elevator operator in downtown Los Angeles, and she began her acting career. London's acting career of 35 years began in the film industry in 1944. It featured parts in the lead female role in several westerns. In the mid-1950s she signed a recording contract with Liberty Records, marking the beginning of her professional career. The final album of her studio was released in 1969. She continued to enjoy success as the female star role in the role of Dixie McCall on the television series Emergency! (1972-1979) where she was portrayed by her husband Bobby Troup. Jack Webb produced the show.
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