Julie Gold

About

Singer from Pennsylvania best known for her ultra-popular 1985 composition 'From a Distance.' In 1991, the song won the Grammy for Song of the Year after it was re-recorded by Bette Midler.

Before fame

She worked as a secretary for HBO in the 80's.

Trivia

Her song "From a Distance" was used by astronauts aboard the Mir space station as a wake-up song.

Family life

Her grandparents were Romanian immigrants.

Associated with

Her Grammy-winning composition "From a Distance" has attained classic status, being covered by an array of artists including singer-songwriter Jewel.