The Inspiring True Story of 'Song Sung Blue' - People.com
6 days ago · Mike “Lightning” and Clare “Thunder” Sardina are the real-life couple and Neil Diamond tribute band who inspired ‘Song Sung Blue.’ Keep reading to find out all about the true story ...
'Song Sung Blue' True Story: Who Are Mike and Claire Sardina
3 days ago · Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson portray Mike and Claire Sardina, a real-life married couple who performed in a Neil Diamond tribute act.
Mike Sardina - Wikiwand
Michael Henry "Lightning" Sardina (March 22, 1951 - July 27, 2006) [1] was an American entertainer, known for his partnership with his wife Claire Sardina and their Neil Diamond tribute band, Lightning …
The true story behind 'Song Sung Blue,' Lightning & Thunder band
6 days ago · "Song Sung Blue" is based on real-life Milwaukee couple Mike and Claire Sardina. Here's more about the duo also known as Lightning & Thunder.
Is 'Song Sung Blue' based on a true story? Real Claire fact checks
Dec 24, 2025 · Claire Sardina, who performed in Lightning & Thunder with Neil Diamond tribute artist Mike Sardina, tells the true story behind "Song Sung Blue."
Who Are Mike & Claire Sardina From the 'Song Sung Blue' Movie
Dec 25, 2025 · The movie 'Song Sung Blue' tells the story of Mike and Claire Sardina, who formed a Neil Diamond tribute act in 1989. Learn more about the real-life couple.
'Song Sung Blue' fact vs. fiction: Eddie Vedder, leg amputation, heart ...
6 days ago · Fact vs. fiction in Song Sung Blue: Heart attacks, a horrific accident, and Eddie Vedder's unexpected call Writer-director Craig Brewer breaks down the true story of Mike and Claire Sardina ...
Mike Sardina - Biography - IMDb
Mike Sardina. Self: Song Sung Blue. Mike Sardina was born on 22 March 1951 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA. He was an actor, known for Song Sung Blue (2008) and Parental Ties (2011). He …
The true life story behind 'Song Sung Blue' - WHO
Nov 4, 2025 · Kate Hudson and Hugh Jackman's upcoming film 'Song Sung Blue' is already being talked about. Here, the true story of Mike and Claire Sardina.
The story of Lightning & Thunder retold on big screen
Nov 22, 2025 · Lightning & Thunder, whose real names are Mike and Claire Sardina, have been together -- both on stage and off -- for 14 years. In 1987, Thunder auditioned for Lightning's band, …