Eddy Howard, born Edward Evan Duncan Howard on September 12, 1914, in Woodland, California, was a prominent American vocalist and bandleader known for his romantic ballads and big band music. He attended San Jose State College and briefly studied medicine at Stanford University before pursuing a career in music. Howard's early career included singing with bands led by Ben Bernie and Dick Jurgens, where he achieved hits like "My Last Goodbye" and "Careless."

In 1939, Howard formed his own band and became a popular figure on radio programs, including NBC's "It Can Be Done" and "The Gay Mrs. Featherstone." His first No. 1 single, "To Each His Own," topped the U.S. pop chart in 1946 and sold over two million copies. Howard continued to enjoy success in the late 1940s and early 1950s with hits like "(It's No) Sin" and "I Wonder, I Wonder, I Wonder."

Despite the rise of rock music, which led to a decline in his popularity, Howard's music saw a revival in the 1960s during the nostalgia wave for Big Band music. He was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for his contributions to the recording industry.

Eddy Howard passed away on May 23, 1963, in Palm Desert, California, at the age of 48. His legacy continued through the Eddy Howard Orchestra, which was led by Norman Lee until the late 1960s.