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Chauncey Olcott, born John Chancellor Olcott and often spelled Chauncey Alcott (July 21, 1858 – March 18, 1932), was an American stage actor, songwriter and singer of Irish descent. == Biography == He was born in Buffalo, New York. His mother, Margaret (née Doyle), was a native of Killeagh, County Cork. In the early years of his career Olcott sang in minstrel shows, before studying singing in London during the 1880s. Lillian Russell played a major role in helping make... [more on Wikipedia]

As a songwriter, Chauncey Olcott first charted in 1900 with My Wild Irish Rose.The artist placed 16 songs on the Billboard Hot 100, 15 of which reached the Top‑10, including 4 number‑ones.