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Jack Benny (born Benjamin Kubelsky; February 14, 1894 – December 26, 1974) was an American entertainer who evolved from a modest success playing the violin on the vaudeville circuit to one of the leading entertainers of the twentieth century with a highly popular comedic career in radio, television, and film.
- Jack Benny Filmography
This is a list of films featuring comedian Jack...
- Robert F. Blumofe
His third wife, Joan Benny, was the daughter of American...
- Mary Livingstone
Mary Livingstone (born Sadya Marcowitz, later known as Sadie...
- Rochester
Edmund Lincoln Anderson (September 18, 1905 – February 28,...
- Gisele Mackenzie
She was also an accomplished classical violinist, studying...
- The Jack Benny Program
The Jack Benny Program, starring Jack Benny, is a radio and...
- Jack Benny Filmography
Learn about the life and career of Jack Benny, a comedian, actor and radio and TV star. Find out his birth name, height, trademarks, trivia, quotes and more on IMDb.
- Actor, Producer, Soundtrack
- December 26, 1974
- February 14, 1894
Apr 17, 2024 · Jack Benny (born February 14, 1894, Chicago—died December 27, 1974, Beverly Hills, California, U.S.) was an entertainer whose unusual comedic method and expert timing made him a legendary success in U.S. radio and television for more than 30 years.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
IMDb provides an extensive overview of Jack Benny's life and career, from his vaudeville and radio beginnings to his TV and movie roles. Learn about his trademark violin, his feud with Fred Allen, his Emmy wins and more.
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New Page 1. Jack Benny Biography. 1894 - 1919: The Early Years. 1919 - 1931: Vaudeville. 1932 - 1948: Radio. 1949 - 1964: Television. 1965 - 1974: Comedian Emeritus. Note: It seems natural and obvious to use Jack's stories as the ultimate authority on what happened when, who was there, and who said what.
Dec 27, 2010 · Roger Ebert remembers Jack Benny, the comedian who was funny just by standing there, and his tragic death from pancreatic cancer. He also shares some anecdotes about Benny's friends and legacy.
