Monthly Archives: August 2015

Fred Allen (born John Florence Sullivan; May 31, 1894 – March 17, 1956) was an American comedian whose absurdest, topically pointed radio show (1932–1949) made him one of the most popular and forward-looking humorists in the Golden Age of American radio. His best remembered gag was his long-running mock feud with friend and fellow comedian Jack Benny, […]

Jack Benny was the ultimate American entertainer, film actor, vaudevillian, comedian, and television and radio artist. He drew universal respect for his talent and was considered among the best 20th century entertainers of America. He was acknowledged for his comic timing, as well as for his gift for eliciting laughter by just a single expression […]