Dolores Hope: Singer, Philanthropist and Wife of Bob Hope Dies at 102

Dolores Hope was an American singer and philanthropist. Born Dolores DeFina on May 27, 1909, in Harlem, New York City, she performed as a singer under the name Dolores Reade.

She married Bob Hope in 1934, and the marriage lasted 69 years until his death in 2003, a record for Hollywood at the time. She joined him on his USO tours entertaining troops for more than 50 years and recorded her first CD at age 83.

In 1990 she was the only female entertainer allowed to perform in Saudi Arabia. Hope died of natural causes at her home in Toluca Lake, California, on September 19, 2011, at age 102.

Achievements: Hollywood Walk of Fame, USO supporter for over 50 years.

Birth: May 27, 1909 - Harlem, New York City.

Profession: Singer and philanthropist.

Interesting Facts: She was married to Bob Hope for 69 years.