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Study Guide: Frank Sinatra Jr.: Life, Career, and the 1963 Kidnapping

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Frank Sinatra Jr.: Life, Career, and the 1963 Kidnapping Study Guide

Early Life and Family Background

Frank Sinatra Jr.'s professional designation 'Jr.' indicated that his father's middle name was also Wayne.

Answer: False

Explanation: The professional designation 'Jr.' for Frank Sinatra Jr. was not based on his father's middle name being Wayne; his father's middle name was Albert, making 'Jr.' a professional rather than a direct junior title.

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Frank Sinatra Jr. was born in Jersey City, New Jersey, and passed away in Daytona Beach, Florida.

Answer: True

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr. was born in Jersey City, New Jersey, and died in Daytona Beach, Florida, at the age of 72.

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Nancy Barbato Sinatra was Frank Sinatra Jr.'s mother.

Answer: True

Explanation: Nancy Barbato Sinatra was indeed Frank Sinatra Jr.'s mother, as she was the first wife of Frank Sinatra Sr.

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Frank Sinatra Jr.'s early ambition was to become a professional actor.

Answer: False

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr.'s early ambition was to become a pianist and songwriter, not a professional actor.

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What was Frank Sinatra Jr.'s full birth name?

Answer: Francis Wayne Sinatra

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr.'s full birth name was Francis Wayne Sinatra.

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In what year was Frank Sinatra Jr. born?

Answer: 1944

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr. was born on January 10, 1944.

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Who was Frank Sinatra Jr.'s older sister?

Answer: Nancy Sinatra

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr.'s older sister was singer and actress Nancy Sinatra.

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What was Frank Sinatra Jr.'s early ambition?

Answer: To become a pianist and songwriter

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr.'s early ambition was to become a pianist and songwriter.

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Musical Career and Artistic Development

Frank Sinatra Jr. was primarily known as a rock and roll singer and guitarist.

Answer: False

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr. was primarily known as a jazz and big band singer, songwriter, and conductor, not a rock and roll artist.

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Frank Sinatra Jr. was associated with the musical genres of jazz and big band.

Answer: True

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr. was indeed associated with the musical genres of jazz and big band, being primarily known as a singer and conductor in these styles.

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Frank Sinatra Jr. began his professional performing career as a vocalist for Duke Ellington's band at age 19.

Answer: False

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr. began his professional performing career as a vocalist for Sam Donahue's band at age 19, not Duke Ellington's band.

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Frank Sinatra Jr. learned about the music business from legendary jazz composer Duke Ellington.

Answer: True

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr. spent considerable time with Duke Ellington, learning about the music business from the legendary jazz composer and bandleader.

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By 1968, Frank Sinatra Jr. was known for his relaxed rehearsals and lenient standards for his musicians.

Answer: False

Explanation: By 1968, Frank Sinatra Jr. was known for his rigorous rehearsals and demanding high standards for his musicians, not for relaxed or lenient practices.

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Frank Sinatra Jr. put his own career on hold in 1988 to become his father's musical director and conductor.

Answer: True

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr. did put his own career on hold in 1988 to serve as his father's musical director and conductor at his father's request.

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Rod McKuen believed Frank Sinatra Jr. took on the role of his father's musical director primarily for financial gain.

Answer: False

Explanation: Rod McKuen believed Frank Sinatra Jr. took on the role of his father's musical director out of a sense of trust and to support his father's vitality, not primarily for financial gain.

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Frank Sinatra Jr. sang 'Wedding Vows in Vegas' on the Was (Not Was) album *What Up, Dog?*.

Answer: True

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr. sang 'Wedding Vows in Vegas' on the Was (Not Was) album *What Up, Dog?* in 1989.

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The album *That Face!* released in 2006 included the song 'Spice,' which was self-penned by Frank Sinatra Jr.

Answer: True

Explanation: The 2006 album *That Face!* included the song 'Spice,' which was indeed self-penned by Frank Sinatra Jr.

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Frank Sinatra Jr. performed 'The Star-Spangled Banner' at the 2014 Belmont Stakes.

Answer: False

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr. performed 'Theme from New York, New York' at the 2014 Belmont Stakes; he sang 'The Star-Spangled Banner' at Yankee Stadium in 2015.

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Frank Sinatra Jr.'s performance of 'I've Been Around' on Patrick Williams' 2015 CD received a Grammy Award nomination.

Answer: True

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr.'s performance of 'I've Been Around' on Patrick Williams' 2015 CD *Home Suite Home* received a Grammy Award nomination for Best Large Jazz Ensemble Album.

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Frank Sinatra Jr.'s song 'Black Night' was featured in the 2015 film *Entertainment*.

Answer: True

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr.'s self-written song 'Black Night' was indeed used as the theme song for the 2015 feature film *Entertainment*.

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Music critic Richard Ginell praised Frank Sinatra Jr.'s deep understanding of the classic American songbook.

Answer: True

Explanation: Music critic Richard Ginell praised Frank Sinatra Jr.'s musical talent, specifically noting his knowledge of the classic American songbook and his ability to perform with feeling and style.

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Frank Sinatra Jr. composed the song 'What Were You Thinking?'.

Answer: True

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr. composed several songs, including 'What Were You Thinking?'.

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Frank Sinatra Jr.'s debut studio album was *That Face!*.

Answer: False

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr.'s debut studio album was *Young Love For Sale*, released in 1965, not *That Face!*.

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Frank Sinatra Jr. contributed four tracks to *The Sinatra Family Wish You a Merry Christmas*.

Answer: True

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr. contributed four tracks to *The Sinatra Family Wish You a Merry Christmas* LP, released in 1968.

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Frank Sinatra Jr. released music exclusively on Reprise Records throughout his career.

Answer: False

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr. released music on several labels throughout his career, including Reprise Records, Daybreak Records, Churchill Records, USA Music Group, Angel Records, and Rhino Entertainment, not exclusively on Reprise.

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Frank Sinatra Jr. was featured with Pat Longo's Super Big Band on the album *Billy May For President*.

Answer: True

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr. was featured with Pat Longo's Super Big Band on the album *Billy May For President* in 1983.

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The 1996 CD release by Frank Sinatra Jr. was titled *Home Suite Home*.

Answer: False

Explanation: The 1996 CD release by Frank Sinatra Jr. was titled *As I Remember It*, not *Home Suite Home*.

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Frank Sinatra Jr. was a guest performer on Frank Sinatra's album *Duets II*.

Answer: True

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr. was a guest performer on his father's album *Duets II* in 1994.

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Which of the following was NOT one of Frank Sinatra Jr.'s primary occupations?

Answer: Professional athlete

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr.'s primary occupations included jazz and big band singing, songwriting, and conducting; he was not a professional athlete.

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At what age did Frank Sinatra Jr. become the vocalist for Sam Donahue's band?

Answer: 19

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr. became the vocalist for Sam Donahue's band at the age of 19.

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Which legendary jazz figure did Frank Sinatra Jr. spend time with to learn about the music business?

Answer: Duke Ellington

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr. spent considerable time with Duke Ellington to learn about the music business.

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By 1968, what was Frank Sinatra Jr.'s reputation regarding his musical standards?

Answer: Known for rigorous rehearsals and demanding high standards for his musicians.

Explanation: By 1968, Frank Sinatra Jr. had established a reputation for rigorous rehearsals and demanding high standards from his musicians.

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Why did Frank Sinatra Jr. put his own career on hold starting in 1988?

Answer: At his father's request to act as his musical director and conductor.

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr. put his own career on hold in 1988 at his father's request to serve as his musical director and conductor.

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On which Was (Not Was) album did Frank Sinatra Jr. sing 'Wedding Vows in Vegas'?

Answer: *What Up, Dog?*

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr. sang 'Wedding Vows in Vegas' on the 1989 Was (Not Was) album *What Up, Dog?*.

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What was the title of Frank Sinatra Jr.'s album released in 2006?

Answer: *That Face!*

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr. released the album *That Face!* in 2006.

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At which event did Frank Sinatra Jr. perform 'Theme from New York, New York' in 2014?

Answer: The Belmont Stakes

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr. performed 'Theme from New York, New York' at the 2014 Belmont Stakes.

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Frank Sinatra Jr.'s last known studio session, 'I've Been Around' with Tierney Sutton, was featured on which CD?

Answer: Patrick Williams' *Home Suite Home*

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr.'s last known studio session, 'I've Been Around' with Tierney Sutton, was featured on Patrick Williams' 2015 CD *Home Suite Home*.

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Which 2015 feature film used Frank Sinatra Jr.'s self-written song 'Black Night' as its theme?

Answer: *Entertainment*

Explanation: The 2015 feature film *Entertainment* used Frank Sinatra Jr.'s self-written song 'Black Night' as its theme.

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Which of the following songs was composed by Frank Sinatra Jr.?

Answer: Spice

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr. composed the song 'Spice,' which was featured on his 2006 album *That Face!*.

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What was the title of Frank Sinatra Jr.'s debut studio album?

Answer: *Young Love For Sale*

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr.'s debut studio album, released in 1965, was titled *Young Love For Sale*.

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On which album did Frank Sinatra Jr. feature with Pat Longo's Super Big Band?

Answer: *Billy May For President*

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr. was featured with Pat Longo's Super Big Band on the 1983 album *Billy May For President*.

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The 1963 Kidnapping Incident

Frank Sinatra Jr. was kidnapped from his home in Los Angeles in 1963.

Answer: False

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr. was kidnapped in 1963 from Room 417 of Harrah's Lake Tahoe, not from his home in Los Angeles.

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The ransom paid for Frank Sinatra Jr.'s release was $1 million.

Answer: False

Explanation: The ransom paid for Frank Sinatra Jr.'s release was $240,000, although his father had initially offered $1 million, which the kidnappers declined.

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Barry Keenan, Johnny Irwin, and Joe Amsler were the individuals involved in Frank Sinatra Jr.'s kidnapping.

Answer: True

Explanation: Barry Keenan, Johnny Irwin, and Joe Amsler were indeed the individuals involved in the kidnapping of Frank Sinatra Jr.

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Barry Keenan, the mastermind of the kidnapping, was found legally insane at the time of the crime.

Answer: True

Explanation: Barry Keenan, the mastermind of the kidnapping, was later adjudged to have been legally insane at the time of the crime, despite initially receiving a prison term.

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After the kidnapping, Frank Sinatra Sr. began carrying 10 dimes with him at all times due to the kidnappers' demand for payphone communication.

Answer: True

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Sr. carried 10 dimes with him at all times after the kidnapping, and was even buried with them, due to the kidnappers' reliance on payphone communication.

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The kidnapping of Frank Sinatra Jr. caused Frank Sinatra Sr. to immediately halt the production of *Robin and the 7 Hoods* permanently.

Answer: False

Explanation: While Frank Sinatra Sr. considered halting production of *Robin and the 7 Hoods* due to the stress of the kidnapping, the film was ultimately completed, not permanently halted.

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From which location was Frank Sinatra Jr. kidnapped in 1963?

Answer: Room 417 of Harrah's Lake Tahoe

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr. was kidnapped in 1963 from Room 417 of Harrah's Lake Tahoe.

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What was the ransom amount paid for Frank Sinatra Jr.'s release?

Answer: $240,000

Explanation: A ransom of $240,000 was paid for Frank Sinatra Jr.'s release.

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Who was the mastermind behind the kidnapping of Frank Sinatra Jr.?

Answer: Barry Keenan

Explanation: Barry Keenan was the mastermind behind the kidnapping of Frank Sinatra Jr.

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What habit did Frank Sinatra Sr. adopt after the kidnapping of his son?

Answer: He began carrying 10 dimes with him at all times.

Explanation: After the kidnapping, Frank Sinatra Sr. began carrying 10 dimes with him at all times, a habit he maintained for the rest of his life, due to the kidnappers' reliance on payphone communication.

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What film was Frank Sinatra Sr. working on during the time of his son's kidnapping?

Answer: *Robin and the 7 Hoods*

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Sr. was filming *Robin and the 7 Hoods* with the Rat Pack when his son was kidnapped.

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Acting, Television, and Other Media

Frank Sinatra Jr. had acting credits in films such as *A Man Called Adam* and *Hollywood Homicide*.

Answer: True

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr. had acting credits in films including *A Man Called Adam* and *Hollywood Homicide*.

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The 15-minute song and monologue 'Over the Land' composed by Frank Sinatra Jr. is housed in the Library of Congress.

Answer: False

Explanation: The 15-minute song and monologue 'Over the Land' composed by Frank Sinatra Jr. is housed in the United States National Archives, not the Library of Congress.

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Frank Sinatra Jr. turned down the role of Vic Fontaine on *Star Trek: Deep Space Nine* because he disliked the show.

Answer: False

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr. turned down the role of Vic Fontaine on *Star Trek: Deep Space Nine* because he only wanted to play an alien character, not because he disliked the show.

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Frank Sinatra Jr. made guest appearances on *The Sopranos* and *Family Guy*.

Answer: True

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr. made guest appearances on *The Sopranos*, playing himself, and in three episodes of *Family Guy*.

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Frank Sinatra Jr.'s final screen appearance was in the *Family Guy* episode 'Bookie of the Year'.

Answer: True

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr.'s final screen appearance was posthumously in the *Family Guy* episode 'Bookie of the Year,' which aired on October 2, 2016.

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Which of these films featured Frank Sinatra Jr. in an acting role?

Answer: *Adam-12*

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr. had an acting role in the television series *Adam-12* in 1974.

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Where is Frank Sinatra Jr.'s 15-minute song and monologue 'Over the Land' housed?

Answer: The United States National Archives

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr.'s 15-minute song and monologue 'Over the Land' is housed in the United States National Archives.

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Why did Frank Sinatra Jr. turn down the role of Vic Fontaine on *Star Trek: Deep Space Nine*?

Answer: He only wanted to play an alien character.

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr. turned down the role of Vic Fontaine on *Star Trek: Deep Space Nine* because he expressed a desire to play only an alien character.

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Which television show featured Frank Sinatra Jr. playing himself in an episode titled 'The Happy Wanderer'?

Answer: *The Sopranos*

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr. played himself in *The Sopranos* episode 'The Happy Wanderer'.

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Later Life, Health, and Legacy

Frank Sinatra Jr. was married to Cynthia McMurry for over five years.

Answer: False

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr. married Cynthia McMurry in October 1998 and divorced in January 2000, meaning their marriage lasted less than five years.

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Frank Sinatra Jr. underwent surgery for lung cancer in 2006.

Answer: False

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr. underwent surgery for prostate cancer in January 2006, not lung cancer.

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Frank Sinatra Jr. died of a heart attack while on tour.

Answer: True

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr. died unexpectedly of cardiac arrest while on tour in Daytona Beach, Florida.

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Frank Sinatra Jr.'s obituary acknowledged two known sons.

Answer: False

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr.'s obituary acknowledged one known son, though other children also claimed his parentage.

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Frank Sinatra Jr. believed his famous name made his career significantly easier than for others.

Answer: False

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr. believed that while his famous name opened some doors, it also required him to work 'three times harder' to prove himself, rather than making his career significantly easier.

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When did Frank Sinatra Jr. marry Cynthia McMurry?

Answer: October 18, 1998

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr. married Cynthia McMurry on October 18, 1998.

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What health issue did Frank Sinatra Jr. undergo surgery for in January 2006?

Answer: Prostate cancer

Explanation: In January 2006, Frank Sinatra Jr. underwent surgery for prostate cancer.

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What was the cause of Frank Sinatra Jr.'s death?

Answer: Cardiac arrest

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr. died unexpectedly of cardiac arrest while on tour.

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How many children of Frank Sinatra Jr. were acknowledged in his obituary?

Answer: One

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr.'s obituary acknowledged one known son.

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According to Frank Sinatra Jr., what was the impact of his famous name on his career?

Answer: It opened some doors but required him to work 'three times harder' to prove himself.

Explanation: Frank Sinatra Jr. stated that his famous name opened some doors but necessitated working 'three times harder' to establish his own merit.

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