J. Will Callahan

J. Will “Smiles” Callahan (b. Columbus, March 17, 1874 – d. New Smyrna, Florida, March 17, 1946) – Songwriter and singer. An accountant turned musician, Callahan wrote many songs for movies, among them “(There are) Smiles,” which appeared in at least three films. Actors and actresses who popularized his songs in motion pictures include Judy Garland, Betty Grable, Doris Day, and Tyrone Power.