Adventures in Jazz is a 1949 CBS television show. The program was broadcast live, showcasing jazz musicians and singers. Ella Fitzgerald

Ella Fitzgerald

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, Billie Holliday and June Christy

June Christy

June Christy , born Shirley Luster, was an American singer, known for her work in the cool jazz genre and for her silky smooth vocals. Her success as a singer began with The Stan Kenton Orchestra. She pursued a solo career from 1954 and is best known for her debut album Something Cool...

 made appearances on the short-lived series.

Radio personality Fred Robbins

Fred Robbins (broadcaster)

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 hosted the series premiere, but left due to other commitments. He was replaced by actor Bill Williams

Bill Williams (actor)

Bill Williams was an American television and film actor. He is best known for his starring role in the early 1950 television show The Adventures of Kit Carson.-Career:...

until his return in May 1949.