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George Burns (born Nathan Birnbaum; January 20, 1896 – March 9, 1996) was an American comedian, actor, writer, and singer, and one of the few entertainers whose career successfully spanned vaudeville, radio, film and television. His arched eyebrow and cigar-smoke punctuation became familiar trademarks for over three-quarters of a century.
IMDb profile of George Burns, an American actor, comedian, singer, and author. Learn about his life, career, achievements, and trivia, from his early days as a street performer to his late roles in films and TV shows.
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- New York City, New York, USA
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- Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, California, USA
Nov 13, 2009 · On March 9, 1996, the legendary cigar-chomping performer George Burns dies at his home in Beverly Hills, California, just weeks after celebrating his 100th birthday.
- Missy Sullivan
George Burns (born January 20, 1896, New York, New York, U.S.—died March 9, 1996, Beverly Hills, California) was an American comedian who—with his dry humour, gravelly voice, and ever-present cigar—was popular for more than 70 years in vaudeville, radio, film, and television.
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Learn about the life and career of George Burns, an American actor, comedian, singer, and author. He formed a comedy duo with his wife Gracie Allen, won an Oscar, and performed until his 90s.
- January 20, 1896
- March 9, 1996
Classic George Burns | Carson Tonight Show. Original Airdate: 11/13/1974#johnnycarson #thetonightshow Subscribe to Carson:...
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Mar 10, 1996 · George Burns, the cigar-puffing comedian who was the best comic "straight man" of his time in a partnership with the brilliantly scatterbrained Gracie Allen, and who began a solo career when...