Gayla Peevey is a former child star who was born on March 8, 1943 in Oklahoma City, OK. She is best known for her recording of the novelty song "I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas," which she recorded when she was only ten years old. The song has become a holiday classic and has been covered by many artists over the years.
Gayla Peevey is a member of Pop Singer
Age, Biography and Wiki
💰 Net worth: $12 Million (2024)
About
Former child star best known for her recording of the novelty song I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas, which was recorded when she was ten years old.
Before Fame
After recording her holiday hit, she went on to graduate from San Diego State University.
Trivia
A fundraising campaign raised $3,000 for her to purchase an actual hippopotamus named Matilda, which was donated by Peevey to a local zoo.
Family Life
She married Cliff Henderson. The couple has a daughter named Sydney Forest.
Associated With
She had one more minor hit, a cover of the Connie Francis song "Robot Man."
