Nordstrom Sisters
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The Nordstrom Sisters were an American cabaret act known for their performances from 1931 to 1976.
Sisters
Originally from Chicago, the sisters were of Swedish and Norwegian origin. They were frequently billed as society performers. As international cabaret singers, they were often styled as The Misses Nordstrom or introduced as those Park Avenue darlings, the Nordstrom Sisters. Their songs usually contained sexual innuendos and double entendres.[1]
Dagmar Nordstrom
The youngest sister, Dagmar Nordstrom (1903–1976), worked as the duo's composer, arranger, and pianist.[2]
Sigfred Nordstrom
The elder sister, Sigfred Nordstrom (1893–1980), sang the lead. She was the widow of Samuel Ferebee Williams (1883–1931), a confectionery executive who originated the Tootsie Roll. They were married in 1919. Williams died in October 1931.[3]
Performances
The pair lived in
They entertained groups of 50-100 guests for
References
- ^ From July 21, 1932 (page 10) through December 9, 1938 (page 30), The New York Times frequently reported on the radio show appearances and nightclub performances of the Nordstrom Sisters.
- ^ "Dagmar Nordstrom". Discography of American Historical Recordings. Retrieved 2024-01-24.
- ^ "Samuel F. Williams, Originator of 'Tootsie Rolls,' Dies In His 48th Year," The New York Times, 17 October 1931, page 12.