About Kathie Kay
Lived 1918 – 2005 (aged 86). Kathie Kay was a British singer.
Kathie Kay (born Kathleen Thornhill; 20 November 1918 – 9 March 2005) She also worked with Harry Lauder and George Formby. For many years she presented her own programme on Scottish Television, where she was dubbed 'the Fireside Girl'. She was married to the Scottish impresario Archie McCulloch, who died in September 1997.
She died from Alzheimer's disease, in Largs, Scotland, at the age of 86, and was survived by three sons: Stewart McCulloch OBE, Donald McCulloch and Ken McCulloch.
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Who was Kathie Kay?
British singer (1918-2005)
When was Kathie Kay born?
Kathie Kay was born on 20 November 1918 in Gainsborough.
When did Kathie Kay die?
Kathie Kay died on 9 March 2005 in Largs.
What was Kathie Kay's occupation?
Kathie Kay was a singer.
What nationality was Kathie Kay?
Kathie Kay was British.
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