Vince Cardell

Vince Cardell (born Vincent M. Cardile; September 16, 1938 – May 29, 2012) was an American pianist who was a protégé of Liberace. Cardell became a significant part of Liberace's act in the late 1970s and released several albums internationally. After separating personally and professionally from Liberace, Cardell continued as a professional pianist until his death.

Early life and career Cardell was born Vincent M. Cardile on September 16, 1938 in The Bronx, New York. He was earning his living driving a truck delivering diapers,

Career with Liberace Eventually Liberace came to showcase Cardell's piano abilities alongside him on stage, introducing him as his protégé. As Cardell became more integral to Liberace's act, they would wear identical outfits while performing duets. Cardell died on May 29, 2012.

Discography Liberace Presents Vince Cardell (1975) (duet with Liberace) (AVI Records) Piano Gems (1976) (duet with Liberace) (Pye Records) Vince (~1977) Ebb Tide (1981) (AVI Records) Classics Live Behind The Candelabra (2013) (AGR Television Records) Country Live Behind The Candelabra (2013) (AGR Television Records) Christmas Live Behind The Candelabra (2013 AGR Television Records)