1. What was Rudy Vallee's original name and why was it changed to what it is now?
Rudy Vallee was born with the name Hubert Prior Vallee in 1901. He then later changed his name to Rudy after the famous saxophonist Rudy Wiedoft. During his studies at the University of Maine Vallee would repeatedly play Wiedofts records thus earning him the nickname Rudy.
2. Why was Rudy Vallee so popular and what were his talents?
Rudy Vallee was famous for many reasons he was a singer, actor, bandleader, and an entertainer. He became most known for his new and popular crooner style of singing. …
