About Bill Carey
Lived 1916 – 2004 (aged 87). Bill Carey was an American composer, songwriter, singer-songwriter, actor, singer and author.
William D. Carey (May 20, 1916 – January 27, 2004) was an American songwriter, actor, and author.
Early life Carey was born on May 20, 1916, in Hollister, California.
Career Carey acted in Roberta, Old Man Rhythm, Freshman Love, A Yank at Oxford, Something to Sing About, and Campus Confessions.
Personal life and death Carey had two sons with his first wife, Leona Olsen. His second wife was Ruth Hill Gibian. They resided in Laguna Beach, California.
Carey died on January 27, 2004, at age 87.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Bill Carey?
American songwriter
When was Bill Carey born?
Bill Carey was born on 20 May 1916 in Hollister.
When did Bill Carey die?
Bill Carey died on 27 January 2004 in Laguna Beach.
What was Bill Carey's occupation?
Bill Carey was a composer, songwriter, singer-songwriter, actor, singer and author.
What nationality was Bill Carey?
Bill Carey was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Bill Carey (songwriter)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bill Carey. https://biography.guide/bill-carey-composer/
MLA: "Bill Carey." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/bill-carey-composer/.
Chicago: "Bill Carey." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/bill-carey-composer/.
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