A Conversation With Frankie Valli

Frankie Valli is a true American legend. His incredible career with the Four Seasons, as well as his solo success, has spawned countless hit singles. With unforgettable tunes like “Sherry,” “Walk Like A Man,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Rag Doll,” “December ’63 – Oh What A Night,” “Can’t Take My Eyes Off of You,” and of course, “Grease.” His songs have been omnipresent in other iconic movies such as The Deer Hunter, Dirty Dancing, Mrs. Doubtfire, Conspiracy Theory and The Wanderers. Frankie Valli And the Four Seasons have sold over 100 million records worldwide. They continue to tour throughout the U.S. and abroad to packed houses receiving nightly standing ovations from thrilled fans of multiple generations. Valli’s long-lasting career has led to the overwhelming success of the Broadway musical Jersey Boys, which chronicles Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons career and features all of their greatest hits. The Jersey Boys juggernaut has now been seen by more than 18 million people worldwide, won four Tony Awards including Best Musical (2006), and is currently playing in New York; Las Vegas; London; in cities across the U.S. on a National Tour and The Netherlands; and will open soon in Korea.  This year Frankie Valli’s life story will once again be featured. This time in the film adaptation of Jersey Boys, directed by Academy Award-winning director Clint Eastwood. Valli has also signed on for Rob Reiner’s next romantic comedy, And So It Goes, where he will appear alongside Michael Douglas and Diane Keaton. Please join us in the Clive Davis Theater to celebrate and honor Frankie Valli’s accomplishments as a true entertainment legend with an intimate discussion, moderated by The GRAMMY Museum executive director Bob Santelli, to discuss Frankie’s remarkable career.