The singer and actress Doris Day dies aged 97

The star of Calamity Jane and Pillow Talk, born as Mary Ann Von Kapplehoff in Cincinnati, her stage name was even derived from a song Helen Forrest’s Day After Day. Her father was a music teacher and church organist, while her mother loved popular music.

It was only after a car accident that left her with two broken legs that the 13-year-old turned into singing as she couldn’t walk for almost three years..

Her Oscar-winning Que Sera, Sera ( Whatever Will Be, Will Be) , Day’s earlier records showcase an inventive performer.