Fred G. Moritt

Fred G. Moritt (October 5, 1905 – May 15, 1995) was an American lawyer, singer, composer, lyricist and politician from New York.

He was born on October 5, 1905, in New York City. He attended Public School No. 9 in Brooklyn, and Boys High School. He graduated from New York University and Brooklyn Law School, and practiced law in New York City. In 1933, he abandoned his law practice, and began a career as a singer (with baritone voice) on the stage and over the radio. In 1934, he returned to his law practice, and entered politics as a Democrat. He also wrote more than 60 songs.

Moritt was a member of the New York State Assembly (Kings Co., 17th D.) in 1938, 1939–40, 1941–42 and 1943–1944.

He was a member of the New York State Senate from 1945 to 1957, sitting in the 165th, 166th, 167th, 168th, 169th, 170th and 171st New York State Legislatures. He resigned his seat on September 13, 1957, and in November was elected to the New York City Municipal Court (4th D.).

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