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Jerry Lewis (born Joseph Levitch; March 16, 1926 – August 20, 2017) was an American comedian, actor, singer and humanitarian who was famously nicknamed "The King of Comedy" and has appeared in more than 59 motion pictures, including the first sixteen films with his partner, singer Dean Martin, during their act as Martin and Lewis.
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- Newark, New Jersey, USA
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- Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
Apr 25, 2024 · Jerry Lewis (born March 16, 1926, Newark, New Jersey, U.S.—died August 20, 2017, Las Vegas, Nevada) was an American comedian, actor, and director whose unrestrained comic style made him one of the most popular performers of the 1950s and ’60s.
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Aug 20, 2017 · Jerry Lewis, the comedian, actor and filmmaker who was adored by many, disdained by others, but unquestionably a defining figure of American entertainment in the 20th century, died on...
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Learn about the life and career of Jerry Lewis, an American comedian, actor, director and producer known for his slapstick humor and charity work. Find out his birth and death dates, family, awards, trivia, quotes and more on IMDb.
- March 16, 1926
- August 20, 2017
Aug 20, 2017 · Jerry Lewis, the legendary actor and comedian, has died, his talent agency said Sunday. He was 91. Lewis's agent Jeff Witjas confirmed that he died at his home in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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Jerry Lewis appeared in movies and television from 1949 to 2017. Lewis appeared in numerous films alongside singer Dean Martin. He also starred in such films as The Bellboy (1960), Cinderfella (1960), The Errand Boy (1961), The Nutty Professor (1963), The King of Comedy (1982), The Trust (2016), and Max Rose (2016).