Bing Crosby: A Celebration of his Life
on the one hundredth anniversary of his birth

Held at Gonzaga University, Spokane Washington, May 16 - 18, 2003

Buddy and Rich Little

Celebrity panel discussions took place at the University chapel and featured among others, Buddy, Kathryn Grant Crosby, Rich Little and Gary Giddins, writer for The Village Voice and the author of the new Bing Crosby Biography, "Bing Crosby: A Pocketful of Dreams - The Early Years, 1903-1940".

Kathryn Grant Crosby, Buddy, Misty and Gary Giddins

Kathryn Grant Crosby, Buddy, Misty and Gary Giddins.

Buddy on the piano

Buddy on the piano

Buddy on piano.

Buddy and Misty

Buddy and friend Misty.

Buddy in the chapel

Buddy in the chapel.

Buddy and Misty in front of Bing Crosby statue

Buddy and Misty in front of Bing Crosby statue.

Interesting facts: Bing Crosby received an honorary doctorate from Gonzaga University in 1937. He had an interest and affection for his alma mater throughout his life. He contributed to the library building campaign. Through his efforts the Crosby Library was constructed and dedicated as a memorial to the Crosby family in 1957. Since the 1950's, Gonzaga has received donations of Bing Crosby material from Bing, his family, friends and fans.


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