Bing Crosby was an American singer and actor who was one of the most popular and influential musical artists of the 20th century. He is best known for his crooning style of singing, which he used to great success in a variety of genres including jazz, pop, and country. He was also a prolific actor, appearing in over 70 films throughout his career. His most famous roles include Bob Wallace in the 1954 classic White Christmas and Father O'Malley in Going My Way, for which he won an Academy Award. Bing Crosby's career spanned six decades and he sold over half a billion records worldwide, making him one of the best-selling recording artists of all time.