Frank Sinatra
Breakthrough Years
1942
His solo career launch in 1942 after leaving Tommy Dorsey made him a major national personality.
1943
Made his significant film debut in Higher and Higher, launching his screen career.
1944
Made his starring film debut in Higher and Higher and Step Lively, becoming a screen idol.
1945
Anchors Aweigh solidified his movie star appeal alongside his music career.
1953
His Oscar-winning comeback role in From Here to Eternity revitalized his acting career.
