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Languages
English
Spouse
Grace Leboy (1916)
Children
2 children: Donald Kahn, Irene Kahn Atkins
Zodiac Sign
♏ Scorpio
Chinese Zodiac
狗 Dog
Name Origin
English < Proto-Slavic (*Gostislavъ)
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Gus Kahn: German-American lyricist (1886-1941).
Born in Koblenz (died at age 54).
Recipient of the Academy Award for Best Score, Adaptation or Treatment.
Gus Kahn has 1 credits in our database.
Filmography (1)
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Academy Awards
Academy Award for Best Score, Adaptation or Treatment
1935
WON
Biography
Gustav Gerson Kahn was an American lyricist who contributed a number of songs to the Great American Songbook, including "Pretty Baby", "Ain't We Got Fun?", "Carolina in the Morning", "Toot, Toot, Tootsie ", "My Buddy" "I'll See You in My Dreams", "It Had to Be You", "Yes Sir, That's My Baby", "Love Me or Leave Me", "Makin' Whoopee", "My Baby Just Cares for Me", "I'm Through with Love", "Dream a Little Dream of Me" and "You Stepped Out of a Dream".
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How old was Gus Kahn?
Gus Kahn was born on and passed away on at the age of 54.
Where was Gus Kahn born?
Gus Kahn was born in Koblenz.
What movies or shows has Gus Kahn been in?
Gus Kahn has 1 credits in our database. Notable titles include I'll See You in My Dreams (1951).
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