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USO Entertainers

The United Service Organization was founded in 1941, as a way to provide morale to service members through entertainment. Hollywood was happy to promote its patriotism (and its stars), and sent entertainers to combat zones, often in danger, to perform for the troops. From Marilyn Monroe to Stephen Colbert, many of the biggest names in showbiz have put on shows for the American service members around the world. Check out these famous USO entertainers.

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profile name: Marilyn Monroe
profile occupation: Film Actress, Pin-up
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profile occupation: Guitarist, Rapper, Singer
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profile name: Sammy Davis Jr.
profile occupation: Film Actor, Television Actor, Comedian, Dancer, Singer
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profile occupation: Film Actor, Television Actor, Television Personality
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profile occupation: Activist, Dancer, Songwriter, Singer
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profile name: Jennifer Lopez
profile occupation: Actress, Dancer, Singer, Reality Television Star
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