Frank Sinatra: Life in pictures

Among the top-selling artists of all time, Frank Sinatra (shown in 1953) has sold 150 million records worldwide, has won countless awards including an Oscar and 11 Grammys, and has influenced generations of singers. Take a look back at his life and legacy here. (M. Garrett / Getty Images)

March 30, 2015 3:41 PM PT

With an instantly recognizable voice and larger-than-life personality, the music of the late Frank Sinatra continues to win over new fans decades after his debut. We look back at his storied career.

In December 1963, Frank Sinatra Jr. was kidnapped and was safely released two days later after Sinatra Sr. paid a hefty ransom to the kidnappers, who were tried and convicted. Sinatra Sr. is seen driving to former wife Nancy’s home during the crisis, accompanied by men who are believed to be FBI agents. (George R. Fry / Los Angeles Times)

Sinatra’s daughter, Nancy Sinatra, seen with songwriter and record producer Lee Hazlewood in 1966, became a successful singer in her own right, scoring a number of hits in the late ‘60s. (Michael Ochs Archives / Getty Images)

Sinatra performing onstage at the Albert Hall in London on May 26, 1992. (Adam Butler / AFP)

Sinatra married his fourth wife, Barbara Marx, in 1976. Here, they arrive at Our Lady of Malibu church to renew their wedding vows on their 20th wedding anniversary July 11, 1996. (Mark J. Terrill / Los Angeles Times)

Sinatra, seen performing on Jan. 13, 1998, died on May 14, 1998 at the age of 82 in Los Angeles. (Gary Friedman / Los Angeles Times)

The U.S. Postal Service unveiled a commemorative stamp in 2007, with Sinatra’s children, from left, Nancy, Frank Jr. and Tina Sinatra taking part in the ceremony. (Spencer Weiner / Los Angeles Times)