Born Ethel Agnes Zimmermann
January 16, 1908(1908-01-16)
Astoria, Queens, New York, U.S.
Died February 15, 1984(1984-02-15) (aged 76)
New York City, New York, U.S.
Occupation Actress/Singer
Years active 1930–1982
Spouse William Smith (1940–1941)
Robert Levitt (1941–1952)
Robert Six (1953–1960)
Ernest Borgnine (1964; 32 days)

Ethel Merman (January 16, 1908 – February 15, 1984) was an American actress and singer.[1] Known primarily for her powerful voice and roles in musical theatre, she has been called "the undisputed First Lady of the musical comedy stage."[2] Among the many standards introduced by Merman in Broadway musicals are "I Got Rhythm", "Everything's Coming Up Roses", "I Get a Kick Out of You", "It's De-Lovely", "Friendship", "You're the Top", "Anything Goes", and "There's No Business Like Show Business", which later became her theme song.