George Burns
George Burns (born Nathan Birnbaum, January 20, 1896– March 9, 1996), was an American comedian, actor, and writer.
George Burns | |
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 Portrait by Allan Warren, 1986 | |
| Born | Nathan Birnbaum January 20, 1896 New York City, U.S |
| Died | March 9, 1996 (aged 100) |
| Cause of death | Cardiac arrest |
| Other names | Nattie |
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| Years active | 1902–1996 |
| Spouse(s) | Gracie Allen (1926–64; her death; 2 children) |
| Website | georgeburns.com |
He was well-known for his comedy routines with his wife, Gracie Allen, involving her tall tales about her relatives. The Burns & Allen Show was broadcast on radio from 1942 to 1950[1] and on television from 1950 to 1958.[2]
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George Burns and Gracie Allen, 1955.
Crypt of George Burns, in the Freedom Mausoleum, Forest Lawn Glendale
The handprints of George Burns in front of The Great Movie Ride at Walt Disney World's Disney's Hollywood Studios theme park.
References
- ↑ "Radio Hall of Fame". Archived from the original on 2012-10-11. Retrieved 2012-08-13.
- ↑ "Museum of Broadcast Communications". Archived from the original on 2013-10-06. Retrieved 2012-08-13.
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