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Cynthia Basinet

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Best known for the iconic version of "Santa Baby", (oft credited to Marilyn Monroe). The quirky natural beauty with sparkling versatility as an entertainer, Cynthia Basinet was born in Van Nuys, California. A resilient star, today Basinet shines as a rare inspirational gem of entertainment, combining her experience as an actor... See full bio »

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Van Nuys, California, USA
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2011 Onion SportsDome (TV series)
Cheryl
– Episode #1.4 (2011) … Cheryl
 
1999 The Big Tease
Hotel Clerk (uncredited)
 
1997 Beyond Belief: Fact or Fiction (TV series)
(segment "Last Man on Earth")
– Last Man on Earth (1997)
– The Prophecy/Couch Potato/Love over the Counter/Imaginary Friend/Last Man on Earth (1997) … (segment "Last Man on Earth")
 
1996 A Hard Death (video)
Leslie Miller
 
1996 The Making of a Hollywood Madam (TV movie)
Caroline
 
1992 Last Dance
Jamie (as Cynthia Stanton)
 
1991 The Bold and the Beautiful (TV series)
– Episode #1.1161 (1991)
 
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2003 Party Monster (performer: "Santa Baby")
 
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2010 Blue Gold: American Jeans (documentary) (post-production)
Herself
 

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It's Only A Paper Moon -- Find Cynthia on iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/cynthia-basinet/id193221514 - "Ms. Basinet absolutely nails her unique read... Cynthia's compelling version ingeniously captures that quirky vibe perfectly. Adding to Ms. Basinet's luscious vocal talent is pianist, composer, musical director Lee Musiker, whose extensive resume includes working with superstar names. This is a performance not to be missed, so my advice to you is to download your copy of Cynthia Basinet's amazing version of IT'S ONLY A PAPER MOON." -Scott O'Brien (SmoothJazz.com) Arranged by and on piano, Lee Musiker (Emmy Award-winning conductor, composer, arranger) On bass, Gary Haase (produced and written for Chaka Kahn, Celine Dion, George Benson). On drums, Rick Cutler (currently tours with Liza Minnelli. Recorded with Billy Eckstine, Perry Farrell (of Jane's Addiction)) Mixed and mastered, Dana Meyers (Babyface, Whispers, Shalimar) and Lloyd Chiate (Eddie Money, Motown, Voltage Guitars), Recorded in the Nola Recording Studios, NYC, NY, Director: Richard Marcello, Edited: TalkBoyTV, Location: Imagitorium Studios, Van Nuys, CA Tea For Two -- The Zen Zootsuit Band w/Cynthia Basinet @2003 Uncovered - Cynthia Basinet -- Singer.actress, Cynthia Basinet discusses the making of her release, "Uncovered" and more. (Best known for "Santa Baby". Available through iTunes/Amazon. Director - JC Films)
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Personal Details

Other Works:

Has appeared in music videos for artists such as Roy Orbison with Pierce Brosnan and Sean Young and the Baby's. See more »

Publicity Listings:

6 Interviews  | 2 Articles  | See more »

Official Sites:

Official Site | See more »

Alternate Names:

C. Basinet | Cynthia Stanton

Height:

5' 9½" (1.77 m)
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Personal Quote:

To peace within, our only true power. See more »

Trivia:

Nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize (shared) in 2005. See more »