[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 151 (2005), Part 21]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 29414]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




  H. RES. 597, RECOGNIZING AND CONGRATULATING DON HO ON HIS CAREER IN 
                                 MUSIC

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                         HON. NEIL ABERCROMBIE

                               of hawaii

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, December 16, 2005

  Mr. ABERCROMBIE. Mr. Speaker,
  Whereas Don Ho is one of Hawaii's and the world's best known and most 
beloved musical performers;
  Whereas Don Ho has entertained and shared Hawaii's Aloha Spirit with 
millions of visitors to the State and others around the world;
  Whereas, after being discharged from the United States Air Force, Don 
Ho received his start in show business at Honey's cocktail lounge in 
Kaneohe, Hawaii;
  Whereas in 1962, Don Ho began performing at Duke's in Waikiki, which 
became his home venue;
  Whereas Don Ho has for years been backed by the five Aliis playing 
piano, drums, guitars, xylophone, and other instruments;
  Whereas Don Ho's fame and popularity has earned him triumphant 
engagements at the Cocoanut Grove in Hollywood, the Sands in Las Vegas, 
Harrah's at Lake Tahoe, the Palmer House in Chicago, the Americana 
Hotel's Royal Box in New York;
  Whereas, Don Ho has made guest television guest appearances with 
Johnny Carson, Joey Bishop and Art Linkletter
  Be it Resolved that the House of Representatives:
  (1) Congratulates Don Ho on his splendid career;
  (2) Recognizes Don Ho for his efforts to share Hawaii's Aloha Spirit 
with his audiences and others around the world; and
  (3) Conveys its best wishes for continuing success in his musical 
career.
  Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and honor my old friend for 
his impressive musical career and his iconic status as the undisputed 
king of Waikiki entertainers.
  For over 40 years Don Ho has entertained audiences in Waikiki, 
sharing his Aloha Spirit by singing ``Tiny Bubbles'' as well as his 
other favorite songs. He casts a spell on audiences through his blend 
of trademark humor, charm and vocal talents. He continues to mesmerize 
audiences today.
  Don Ho's magical persona captures audiences' enthusiasm with each 
performance through laughter and song. He is charismatic and 
personable, and he converses with everyone like there's no one else in 
the room. He is a beloved son of Hawaii, and I look forward to his next 
performance at the Waikiki Beachcomber. Much love and aloha to Don and 
his family.

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