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Book By Friend Who Spent The Wee Small Hours With Sinatra

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Tony Oppedisano (aka “Tony O”) is a former professional musician and singer who went on to become an award-winning producer, served as a member of Frank Sinatra’s management team, and also managed comedian Don Rickles. Tony was only twenty-one when he first met and befriended Frank Sinatra. Tony later became the singer’s best friend and road manager.

His book about Sinatra and his relationship with Sinatra is entitled "Sinatra and Me: In the Week Small Hours."

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