Short Biography

Comedian, born in London and moved to Bristol before emigrating with his parents to the US in 1908. After some years on the stage as a dancer and comedian, he made his first film appearance in The Big Broadcast of 1938 (1938) singing "Thanks for the Memories", which became his signature tune. In partnership with Bing Crosby and Dorothy Lamour, he appeared in the highly successful "Road to ..." comedies (1940-1952), and in many others until the early 1970s. During World War II and the Korean and Vietnam wars he spent much time entertaining the troops in the field. For these activities and for his continued contributions to the industry he was given a special Academy Award on five occasions.

Miscellaneous Information

Friends and Family

Johnny Mercer [Friend]

Andy Williams [Friend]

Robert Morely [Friend]

Zsa Zsa Gabor [Associate]

Virginia Mayo [Associate]

Janis Paige [Associate]

Vera Miles [Associate]

Joan Collins [Associate]

Signe Hasso [Associate]

Joan Fontaine [Associate]

Hedy Lamarr [Associate]

John Hay (Jock) Whitney [Friend]

Mary Livington [Friend]

Bob Neal [Friend]

Gracie Allen [Friend]

Edward Everett Horton [Friend]

Fatty Arkbucke [Friend]

Lucille Ball [Friend]

Harry Richman [Friend]

Milton Berle [Friend]

Frances Langford [Friend]

Dorothy Lamour [Friend]

Irene Dunne [Friend]

Connie Haines [Friend]

Jane Russell [Friend]

George Burns [Friend]

Jack Benny [Friend]

Bing Crosby [Friend]

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