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Richard Bennett (Red) Skelton, actor and comedian: born Vincennes, Indiana 18 July 1910; married 1931 Edna Stillwell (marriage dissolved 1943), 1945 Georgia Maureen Davis (deceased; one daughter ...
Skelton, Red (1913-1997)One of television's most popular comedians, Red Skelton is most fondly remembered for The Red Skelton Show, which ran on NBC from 1951-1953, and then on CBS from 1953-1970 (with a brief return to NBC for the 1970-1971 season). A very likeable personality and gifted pantomimist, Skelton also starred in a series of comedy ...
Watch The Birdie (1951) -- (Movie Clip) Miss Lucky Vista Red Skelton as rookie newsreel cameraman Rusty is shooting the ground-breaking for the Lucky Vista housing project, also playing his own Grand-Dad, where Ann Miller is the pageant winner, Pam Britton a dignitary, Arlene Dahl a financier and romantic prospect, in Watch The Birdie, 1951.
Red Skelton was known for his unique ability to create and portray a wide range of comedic characters, from the lovable clown Freddie the Freeloader to the country bumpkin Clem Kadiddlehopper. Skelton was an accomplished painter and his artwork was highly regarded, with some of his pieces even being displayed in museums and galleries.
Sep 17, 1997 · The Red Skelton Show ( 1 episode) …. Producer. The son of a former circus clown turned grocer and a cleaning woman, Red Skelton was introduced to show business at the age of 7 by Ed Wynn, at a vaudeville show in Vincennes. At age 10, he left home to travel with a medicine show through the Midwest, and joined the vaudeville circuit at age 15.
The Red Skelton Museum of American Comedy honors the legacy of a man who touched numerous lives through his comedic talent, great works, compassion and commitment to public service. Located in Red's hometown of Vincennes, this family friendly museum features interactive exhibits great for school field trips, homeschool groups, and group tours. Schedule a tour today!
Always one to crack a joke, Red Skelton was one of the most famous comedians of his time. He wrote and performed many jokes, pantomimes, verbamimes, and music as well as painted clowns, self portraits, and more. Come learn about this amazing man at the educational Red Skelton Museum.
