was born on this date in 1896. Older brother of composer George Gershwin, Ira was one of the great lyricists of the 20th century. He won the Pulitzer Prize for his lyrics for Of Thee I Sing (1932). Among Ira Gershwin lyrics — A Foggy Day, Fascinating Rhythm, Funny Face, I Got Rhythm, The Man I Love, Oh, Lady Be Good, Summertime.
The Official George & Ira Gershwin Web site is nicely done and includes a jukebox.