Bing Crosby ARSC Journal, 43(1), 127–130. Bing Crosby Harry Lillis "Bing" Crosby Jr. (; May 3, 1903 – October 14, 1977) was an American singer and actor. The first multimedia star, Crosby was a leader in record sales, radio ratings, and motion picture grosses from 1931 to 1954. His early career coincided with recording innovations such as the microphone. This allowed him to develop an intimate singing style that influenced many male singers who followed him, including Perry Como, Frank Sinatra, Dick Haymes, and Dean Martin. "Yank" magazine said that he was the person who had done the most for American soldiers'
Thomas Francis Lillis studying at Niagara University in New York, from where he obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree. He completed his theological studies at St. Benedict College in Atchison, Kansas. At age 24, Lillis was ordained to the priesthood by Bishop John Joseph Hogan on August 15, 1885. He then served as a curate in Shackleford until 1887, when he became pastor of Westport. He was rector of St. Patrick's Church in Kansas City from 1888 to 1904. He also served as vicar general of the Diocese of Kansas City. On October 24, 1904, Lillis was appointed the second Bishop of Leavenworth,