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Julie Wilson
10/21/1924 - 04/05/2015
Julie Wilson
10/21/1924 - 04/05/2015
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BORN
10/21/1924
DIED
04/05/2015
Julie Wilson Obituary
Christopher Denny, Wilson's friend, said she died Sunday in New York after having suffered two strokes over the last several days.
Upon learning the news of her death, the Broadway icon Kristin Chenoweth tweeted: "Broadway's loss. Heaven's gain."
Wilson's most famous stage role was the 1988 Peter Allen musical "Legs Diamond," for which she earned a Tony Award nomination. Her other Broadway credits include "Park" in 1970, "The Girl in the Freudian Slip" in 1967 and as a replacement for the role of Babe Williams in the original run of "The Pajama Game."
But it was as a singer — known for her interpretations of such songwriters as Sondheim, Jerome Kern, Kurt Weill, and Porter — that made the biggest impressions, from such recordings as "Julie Wilson Sings the Cy Coleman Songbook" to her live sets at the Oak Room in the Algonquin Hotel.
Denny, who was a friend for 30 years, called her his "second mother" and praised her for being "one of my life's greatest teachers and an example of humility, compassion, kindness and generosity which I never expect to see equaled."
Wilson was born Oct 21, 1924, in Omaha, Nebraska, and recorded several albums, including "My Old Flame," ''Live From the Russian Tea Room" and "Julie Wilson at the St. Regis."
She is survived by her son, actor, writer, and producer Holt McAloney.
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32 Entries
June 9, 2015
I ONLY LEARNED OF JULIE'S PASSING FROM THE ANNOUNCEMENT ON
THE TONY AWARDS AND I AM DEEPLY SADDENED. SHE WAS SUCH A
LOVELY LADY AND OH, SO TALENTED. I FIRST MET HER IN WINNIPEG
IN 1965. OVER THE YEARS I GOT TO KNOW HER QUITE WELL. I SHALL
KEEP HER IN MY HEART FOR EVER. GA (ON)
Cjt
April 28, 2015
I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
KB
April 22, 2015
Such a beautiiful lady she'll be missed may our Heavenly Father be with the
Family in this time of sorrow and pain Draw close to God and he will draw close to you.
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E. Ash
April 22, 2015
Thanks to Miss Wilson for sharing her gift from GOD with us. may those memories and the strength from our heavenly father help her family to endure these difficult times
April 22, 2015
May the family and friends of Julie find comfort that the true God hears your prayers and will comfort you. Psalms 65:2
April 20, 2015
I am so sorry to hear of the death of Miss Wilson. I pray that the God of comfort will give the family the necessary strength to endure your loss.
Pearl
April 17, 2015
Sweet journey Ms. Wilson. I loved you in the 1957 film, This Could Be The Night, with Tony Franciosa and Jean Simmons. Beautiful sing renditions and such a playful, mischievous role. You will be missed.
Christian Collarile
April 17, 2015
Julie's film was "This could be the night" not "It happened one night". I apologize for my mistake in my post.
Christian Collarile
April 17, 2015
I first met Julie in the 1980's when she was appearing at Club 4500 in Dallas. She and Billy Roy, and I became fast friends. We would stay up talking for hours after the show. She was such a sincere and lovely person. I adored her. She was so kind to me. I had the privilege of escorting her to a screening of her film, " It happened one night", and afterward she sang " I'm still here", and brought the house to a standing ovation. To show my appreciation for the evening, ( and for being my dear friend) I had a party at my home, for she and Billy. I gave her a pair of soft comfortable slippers that were shaped like lady "vamps", and she just loved them. Years later my partner of 30 years and I went to see her at the Kaufman Theater in NYC. She dedicated the show to me, and finished with the song "Hey old friend." She asked Bob and I back to her dressing room, and showed him the slippers I had given her nearly two decades earlier! They were in perfect condition! I said to her ( through tears) " how can you still have these?" She said " I love them, they're so comfortable, I only wear them in my dressing room, and they remind me of you! This is the kind of dear soul, this lovely lady, with her caring heart, always was, and always will be in Bob's and my heart. Rest in peace my dear friend, I shall always love and cherish the time we spent together! You're kind shall never pass this way again....My heart is with you Holt, she always spoke of you with such pride.
April 15, 2015
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Brenda
April 13, 2015
I am so sorry to hear about the death of Ms. Wilson. I hope that you can find joy in pleasant memories shared with her and the knowledge that she brought much joy to the many lives she touched both on and off the stage. I so hope that I can meet her in Paradise. My condolences to the family!
Parks
April 13, 2015
Our Deepest sympathies to all the family. May you have only the sweetest memories of the kind and lovely Julie Wilson. Please let the God of all comfort help the family and friends during your time of sorrow. Isaiah 61:1, 2
Maria Ottavia
April 12, 2015
Dearest Julie, your beautiful heart has touched so many of us! I miss our chats on the phone!! I am so blessed to have you in my life!! I will carry you with me always and I feel comfort your spirit is watching over me! Thank you with all my heart ! My love and prayers to your son Holt and the rest of your family. I love you very much, Julie!!
John Taylor
April 12, 2015
I saw Julie perform twice in London and she brought us style, sophistication and class with her marvellous cabaret show. She could be saucy and funny but also sincere and heartfelt. She filled the room with her sparkling presence. She is a sad loss to the world of intimate cabaret.
Antoinette
April 11, 2015
Please accept my heartfelt condolences; words cannot begin to express the sadness you are feeling right now, but I am praying that God will grant you the strength needed to get through this moment in your life. Throw your distress on Him because he cares for you (1 Peter 5:6, 7).
Chris G.
April 10, 2015
I have known Julie since the 1980's and she became like another mother to me when I worked as her accompanist on 3 month a cross country tour. She was one of a kind. Both broad and lady. We all knew this day was coming, even though we hoped it wouldn't. The worst part of life. She was a marvelous performer and underneath all the glamour, a very fragile person. I don't think she ever got over losing her son, Mike. We talked about that many times over many tears through the years. Hopefully they are reunited now in Heaven and her heart can finally be at peace. She only is survived by one real blood family member, her soon Holt. An actor. But so many people called her Mom or felt like she was a part of their family.
Tim Latenser
April 9, 2015
Will Love You Always, Julie-
Tim
April 8, 2015
So sorry for the loss of Ms.Wilson,may the family have peace,and may I extend my condolence..........
Later, Julie darling. : )
Richard Bayne
April 8, 2015
Julie was THE PEOPLE'S STAR. She was always kind and accessible way beyond her talents and I have no doubt that, like myself, anyone and everyone who knew her got a genuine rush of joy and pride when starting a sentence, "my friend, Julie Wilson........" because it was the absolute truth. Thank you, Julie for almost 40 years of friendship.
Richard Cooper Bayne
April 8, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Linda
April 8, 2015
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy for the loss of your Mother who was blessed with longevity of life. (Psalms 90:10) Please lean on the God of all comfort, family & friends during this difficult time. ( Luke 23:43 )
kathy gier
April 8, 2015
I had the most memorable time and intimate conversations as a teenager when she lived in Omaha raising her sons Holt and Mikey. I've never forgotten her She lived 2 houses up the street She was awesome loving and so caring RIP my dear friend Thoughts and prayers to you Holt
April 8, 2015
May God provide you and your family with
comfort and strength at this time of your
grief. Let God be your refuge and strength.
April 7, 2015
Julie Wilson was such a beautiful and talented woman. My condolenses to her family. Please take comfort in knowing that the giver of life is capable of restoring life to those that have fallen asleep in death.(Acts17:24,25)
Chris Oakleaf
April 7, 2015
I met Julie on a plane ride from New York to Chicago in the early 80's. I had no idea at the time who she was and I think she both knew that and enjoyed being able to talk with someone who wasn't a starstruck fan. It was not much later that I discovered to whom I'd been speaking and got to speak to her again at night club where I'd just sung. I was able to see here several times at the Algonquin and was always careful to say hello. I think she had a great fondness for people and spoke to that through her singing. We'll all miss her.
Hailey Blum
April 7, 2015
I'm glad I got to meet Julie in person before she had to leave us. I'm so happy she was part of out family! She was so sweet and loving I don't know what I would do if I wouldn't have got to meet her. You will be greatly missed in the family Julie. RIP
michelle plakas-kaiser
April 7, 2015
rip
Courtney Kenny
April 7, 2015
I was so sorry to hear about Julie's death. She was one of the best teachers I ever worked with (at the Cabaret Symposium in the late 90s). Incredibly helpful, all comments were to the point (and kindly given - no venom from Julie, only very helpful and pertinent comments). It is many years since our paths crossed, but I have such wonderful, happy memories of a great lady.
Scott Chamberland
April 7, 2015
Rest in Peace
April 7, 2015
Mr. McAloney, Family, Friends,
We are truly sadden to hear of the loss of your dear mom. You have our condolences and prayers. God is our refuge and strength.-PS.46:1
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