Personal Info
Birth date
1894-02-14 (131 Years)
Day of death
1974-12-26
Gender
Male
Known for
Acting
Place of birth
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Also known as
Джек Бенни
Benjamin Kubelsky
Jack Benny
Biography
Jack Benny (February 14, 1894 – December 26, 1974) was an American comedian, vaudevillian, and actor for radio, television, and film. Widely recognized as one of the leading American entertainers of the 20th century, Benny played the role of the comic penny-pinching miser, insisting on remaining 39 years old on stage despite his actual age, and often playing the violin badly. Benny was known for his comic timing and his ability to get laughs with either a pregnant pause or a single expression, such as his signature exasperated "Well!" His radio and television programs, tremendously popular from the 1930s to the 1960s, were a foundational influence on the situation comedy genre. Dean Martin, on the celebrity roast for Johnny Carson in November 1973, introduced Benny as "the Satchel Paige of the world of comedy." Description above from the Wikipedia article Jack Benny, licensed under CC-BY-SA,full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Filmography
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
7.4
Overview:
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson is a talk show hosted by Johnny Carson under The Tonight Show franchise from 1962 to 1992. It originally aired during late-night. For its first ten years, Carson's Tonight Show was based in New York City with occasional trips to Burbank, California; in May 1972, the show moved permanently to Burbank, California. In 2002, The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson was ranked #12 on TV Guide's 50 Greatest TV Shows of All Time.The Merv Griffin Show
5.75
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The Merv Griffin Show is an American television talk show, starring Merv Griffin. The series ran from October 1, 1962 to March 29, 1963 on NBC, September 20, 1965 to August 15, 1969 in first-run syndication, from August 18, 1969 to February 11, 1972 at 11:30 PM ET weeknights on CBS and again in first-run syndication from February 14, 1972 to September 5, 1986.What's My Line?
6.9
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Four panelists must determine guests' occupations - and, in the case of famous guests, while blindfolded, their identity - by asking only "yes" or "no" questions.The Ed Sullivan Show
6.8
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The Ed Sullivan Show is an American TV variety show that originally ran on CBS from Sunday June 20, 1948 to Sunday June 6, 1971, and was hosted by New York entertainment columnist Ed Sullivan. It was replaced in September 1971 by the CBS Sunday Night Movie, which ran only one season and was eventually replaced by other shows. In 2002, The Ed Sullivan Show was ranked #15 on TV Guide's 50 Greatest TV Shows of All Time.The Dick Cavett Show
6.7
Overview:
The Dick Cavett Show has been the title of several talk shows hosted by Dick Cavett on various television networks.The Colgate Comedy Hour
6.8
Overview:
The Colgate Comedy Hour is an American comedy-musical variety series that aired live on the NBC network from 1950 to 1955. The show starred many notable comedians and entertainers of the era, including Eddie Cantor, Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis, Fred Allen, Donald O'Connor, Bud Abbott and Lou Costello, Bob Hope, Jimmy Durante, Ray Bolger, Gordon MacRae, Ben Blue, Robert Paige, Tony Curtis, Burt Lancaster, Broadway dancer Wayne Lamb and Spike Jones and His City Slickers.The George Burns and Gracie Allen Show
6.941
Overview:
Burns and Allen, an American comedy duo consisting of George Burns and his wife, Gracie Allen, worked together as a comedy team in vaudeville, films, radio and television and achieved great success over four decades.The Lucy Show
7
Overview:
The Lucy Show is an American sitcom that aired on CBS from 1962–68. It was Lucille Ball's follow-up to I Love Lucy. A significant change in cast and premise for the 1965–66 season divides the program into two distinct eras; aside from Ball, only Gale Gordon, who joined the program for its second season, remained. For the first three seasons, Vivian Vance was the co-star. The earliest scripts were entitled The Lucille Ball Show, but when this title was declined, producers thought of calling the show This Is Lucy or The New Adventures of Lucy, before deciding on the title The Lucy Show. Ball won consecutive Emmy Awards as Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series for the series' final two seasons, 1966–67 and 1967–68.The Jack Benny Program
7.813
Overview:
Laugh along with funnyman Jack Benny as he brings his underplayed humor to TV along with regular performers from his radio show days.The Glen Campbell Goodtime Hour
5.8
Overview:
The Glen Campbell Goodtime Hour is an American network television music and comedy variety show hosted by singer Glen Campbell from January 1969 through June 1972 on CBS. He was offered the show after he hosted a 1968 summer replacement for The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour. Campbell used "Gentle on My Mind" as the theme song of the show. The show was one of the few rural-oriented shows to survive CBS's rural purge of 1971.Kraft Music Hall
4.667
Overview:
Kraft Music Hall is an umbrella title for several television series aired by NBC in the United States from the 1950s to the 1970s in the musical variety genre, sponsored by Kraft Foods, the producers of a well-known line of cheeses and related dairy products. Their commercials were usually announced by "The Voice of Kraft", Ed Herlihy.The Bob Hope Show
7
Overview:
The Bob Hope Show hosted by Bob Hope, debuted on April 9, 1950. During the 1952-1953 season, NBC rotated with other variety shows in a Sunday night block known as "The Colgate Comedy Hour" (Sept. 1950 to Dec. 1955). Also known as, "The Chevy Show with Bob Hope." When the first special debuted in October of 1950 it was the most expensive television program made up to that point - costing an astronomical $1,500 a minute to produce. Bob Hope had his own television show and radio show at the same time. For the next three seasons, The Bob Hope Show was broadcast once a month on Tuesday nights, giving Milton Berle a week off. Bob ended his radio show in April, 1956. Bob Hope also had another show by a similar name, "The Bob Hope Show (All Star Revue)". In addition, he performed in "Specials" for many years. It is the longest running variety program in television's history with a record of 45 years of televised entertainment.The Danny Kaye Show
6.3
Overview:
The Danny Kaye Show is an American variety show hosted by Danny Kaye that aired on CBS from 1963 to 1967 on Wednesday nights. Directed by Robert Scheerer, the show premiered in black-and-white, but later switched to color broadcasts. At the time, Kaye was at the height of his popularity, having starred in a string of successful films in the 1940s and '50's, made successful personal appearances at such venues as the London Palladium, and appeared many times on television. His most recent films had been considered disappointing, but the television specials he starred in were triumphant, leading to this series. Prior to his television and film career, Kaye had made a name for himself with his own radio show, and numerous other guest appearances on other shows.Tony Awards
5.1
Overview:
The Antoinette Perry Award for Excellence in Theatre, more commonly known as a Tony Award, recognizes achievement in live Broadway theatre. The awards are presented by the American Theatre Wing and The Broadway League at an annual ceremony in New York City. The awards are given for Broadway productions and performances, and an award is given for regional theatre.This Is Your Life
6.455
Overview:
This Is Your Life is an American television documentary series broadcast on NBC, originally hosted by its producer, Ralph Edwards from 1952 to 1961. In the show, the host surprises a guest, and proceeds to take them through their life in front of an audience, including special guest appearances by colleagues, friends and family. Edwards revived the show in 1971-72, while Joseph Campanella hosted a version in 1983. Edwards returned for some specials in the late 1980s, before his death in 2005. The show originated as a radio show on NBC Radio airing from 1948 to 1952.The Dean Martin Celebrity Roasts
5.4
Overview:
The Dean Martin Celebrity Roasts is a NBC television special show hosted by entertainer Dean Martin from 1974 to 1984. For a series of 54 specials and shows, Martin would periodically "roast" a celebrity. These roasts were patterned after the roasts held at the New York Friars' Club in New York City. The format would have the celebrity guest seated at a banquet table, and one by one the guest of honor was affectionately chided or insulted about his career by his fellow celebrity friends. In 1973, The Dean Martin Show was declining in popularity. The final season of his variety show would be retooled into one of celebrity roasts, requiring less of Martin's involvement. For the 1973–1974 season, a new feature called “Man of the Week Celebrity Roast" was added to try to pick up the ratings. The roasts seemed to be popular among television audiences and are often marketed in post-issues as part of the official Dean Martin Celebrity Roasts and not The Dean Martin Show. After The Dean Martin Show was cancelled in 1974, NBC drew up a contract with Martin to do several specials and do more roast specials. Starting with Bob Hope in 1974, the roast was taped in California and turned out to be a hit, leading to many other roasts to follow.The George Gobel Show
7.333
Overview:
The George Gobel Show is an American television series hosted George Gobel that aired on NBC from 1954 to 1960.Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In
6.5
Overview:
An American sketch comedy television program hosted by comedians Dan Rowan and Dick Martin.The DuPont Show of the Week
6
Overview:
The DuPont Show of the Week is an American anthology drama series which aired for three seasons on NBC from September 17, 1961 to August 30, 1964.Checkmate
4.1
Overview:
Checkmate is an American detective television series starring Anthony George, Sebastian Cabot, and Doug McClure. The show aired on CBS Television from 1960 to 1962 for a total of 70 episodes and was produced by Jack Benny's production company, "JaMco Productions" in co-operation with Revue Studios. Guest stars included Charles Laughton, Peter Lorre, and Lee Marvin, among many other commensurately prominent performers.The George Burns Show
NYR
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The George Burns Show is a short-lived comedy television spin-off of "The Burns and Allen Show" that aired on NBC for one season in 1958. After Gracie Allen retired from show business, George Burns continued to play himself, although he now cast himself as a television producer.Startime
6
Overview:
Startime is an anthology show of drama, comedy, and variety, and was one of the first American television shows broadcast in color. The program was aired Tuesday nights in the United States on the NBC Television network in the 1959-60 television season.The Liberace Show
NYR
Overview:
This is a real treasure for the countless fans of this flamboyant pianist and singer whose talent was almost overshadowed by his glittering stage productions. With his dazzling piano virtuosity and sparkling personality, Liberace endeared himself to millions. Dressed in his exotic suits and with a candelabra always present on the piano, he brought a special magic and charm to everything he played, whether it be the classics or the latest popular song. Here he runs the full gamut... from Chopin to Tin Pan Alley and all in his own unique style.The Julie Andrews Hour
6
Overview:
The Julie Andrews Hour is a television variety series starring Julie Andrews that was produced by ATV and distributed by ITC Entertainment. It aired on the ABC network in the United States. In order to secure Andrews for the series, Sir Lew Grade and ABC offered her an extremely lucrative contract. In 1963, when another major star, Judy Garland was signed to a weekly television variety series, it failed to catch on with the public. One of the main reasons for its demise was its constant change of format and the fact that critics and audiences felt that Garland was not shown off to her best advantage. In order to avoid that error, Andrews asked producer Nick Vanoff what the premise of the show would be about. Vanoff immediately answered her by saying "Julie Andrews...without Julie Andrews there is no 'Julie Andrews Hour'". The show premiered on ABC Wednesday, September 13, 1972 at 10:00 P.M. ET to rave reviews. Unfortunately, its time slot proved to be daunting because it was up against the popular CBS detective series, Cannon. Another reason for the low ratings was that the lateness of the hour was not conducive to family viewing since children were in bed by that time. On Thanksgiving Eve, November 22, 1972, "The Julie Andrews Hour" devoted an entire episode saluting Walt Disney. To make it more of a "family special", ABC switched the time slot of "The Julie Andrews Hour" that night to 8:30 P.M. and The ABC Wednesday Movie Of The Week to 9:30 P.M. The ratings improved a little so ABC then made a decision to alternate Andrews' time period each week This continued until January, 1973 when the series was moved to Saturday nights at 9:00 P.M. The ratings went from bad to worse as Andrews' chief competition was The Mary Tyler Moore Show and The Bob Newhart Show on CBS. "The Julie Andrews Hour" was finally canceled by ABC after its 24th episode in April, 1973.General Electric Theater
6.25
Overview:
General Electric Theater is an American anthology series hosted by Ronald Reagan that was broadcast on CBS radio and television. The series was sponsored by General Electric's Department of Public Relations.It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World
6.971
Overview:
A group of strangers come across a man dying after a car crash who proceeds to tell them about the $350,000 he buried in California. What follows is the madcap adventures of those strangers as each attempts to claim the prize for himself.Paper Moon
7.867
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A bible salesman finds himself saddled with a young girl who may or may not be his daughter, and the two forge an unlikely partnership as a money-making con team in Depression-era Kansas.Beatles Stories
7.6
Overview:
A big fan of The Beatles growing up in the 60s, Seth Swirsky noticed that whenever he heard someone relating a story about themselves and The Beatles, he was "all ears". So, starting in 2005, he sought out and filmed those with never before heard, "Beatles Stories". Written by Mike PopeActing
2019Mike Wallace Is Here as (archive footage)
2018Studio 54 as Self (archive footage)
2016The Last Laugh as Self
2015Mary Tyler Moore: A Celebration as Self / Shower of Stars (archive footage)
2011Beatles Stories as Self
2010The Best of Johnny Carson as Unknown
2005Pioneers of Primetime as Unknown
2002Smothered: The Censorship Struggles of the Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour as Self (archive footage)
2001Beatles: Big Beat Box as Self (archive footage)
2001The Best of Bob Hope: 50 Years of Laughter — Volume 2 as Self (archive footage)
2001The Best of Bob Hope: 50 Years of Laughter — Volume 1 as Self (archive footage)
1998The Best of the Dean Martin Celebrity Roasts as Self - Roastee (archive footage)
1995Kelsey Grammer Salutes Jack Benny as Self (Archived footage)
1994That's Entertainment! III as (archive footage)
1992Jack Benny: Comedy in Bloom as Himself
1988James Stewart: A Wonderful Life as Self (archive footage)
1988Happy Birthday, Bob: 50 Stars Salute Your 50 Years with NBC as Self (archive footage)
1986TV's Funniest Comedians - 14 Stars Do Classic Routines as Self
1982Showbiz Goes to War as (archive footage)
1982Oops, Those Hollywood Bloopers! as Self (archive footage)
1976That's Entertainment, Part II as (archive footage)
1975Texaco Presents: A Quarter Century of Bob Hope on Television as Self (archive footage)
1975Brother, Can You Spare a Dime? as Self (archive footage)
1974The Perry Como Christmas Show as Santa Claus (uncredited)
1973The Dean Martin Celebrity Roasts (2 Episodes) as Self
1972The Julie Andrews Hour (1 Episode) as Self
1972The Man as Jack Benny
1971The Great Radio Comedians as Self
1970Jack Benny's 20th Anniversary TV Special as Self
1970Honor America Day as Self
1970The Mad, Mad, Mad Comedians as Self (voice)
1970Swing Out, Sweet Land as Man Who Finds Silver Dollar
1969The Jack Benny Birthday Special as Self
1969The Glen Campbell Goodtime Hour (1 Episode) as Self
1968The Dean Martin Christmas Show as Self (uncredited)
1968Jack Benny's Bag as Self
1968Here's Lucy (4 Episodes) as Jack Benny
1968The Dick Cavett Show (3 Episodes) as Self - Guest
1968Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In (5, 3 Episode) as Self, Self (uncredited)
1967A Guide for the Married Man as Technical Adviser (Ollie 'Sweet Lips')
1967The Honey Pot as Violinist Outside Restaurant (uncredited)
1965Bob Hope Christmas Show as Self
1965The Jack Benny Hour as Jack Benny / Rosano
1963It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World as Man in Car in Desert (uncredited)
1963Bob Hope Presents the Chrysler Theatre (1, 1 Episode) as Unknown, Self
1963The Danny Kaye Show (1 Episode) as Self
1963General Foods Opening Night as Unknown
1962Gypsy as Jack Benny (uncredited)
1962The Lucy Show (1, 1 Episode) as Harry Tuttle, Jack Benny
1962The Merv Griffin Show (1 Episode) as Self
1962The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (5 Episodes) as Self
1961The DuPont Show of the Week (1 Episode) as Self
1960Jack Benny Christmas Show as Jack Benny
1960Checkmate (1 Episode) as Jack Bowen
1960The Slowest Gun in the West as Chicken Finsterwald
1960Who Was That Lady? as Mr. Cosgrove (uncredited), Mr. Cosgrove
1959Startime (2 Episodes) as Unknown
1959The Mouse That Jack Built as Jack (voice)
1958The George Burns Show (18 Episodes) as Jack Benny
1958Kraft Music Hall (2, 1 Episode) as Self, Self - Host
1958Rock-a-Bye Baby as Carlos, the matador (uncredited)
1957Jack Benny Christmas Shopping Show as Jack Benny
1957Beau James as Jack Benny
1956Tony Awards (1, 1 Episode) as Self - Co-Host, Self - Host
1954The George Gobel Show (2 Episodes) as Self
1954The Bing Crosby Show as Self
1953General Electric Theater (3, 1 Episode) as Tom Jones, Sheldon Weeks
1952Stars in the Eye as Himself
1952Omnibus (1 Episode) as Athanael
1952This Is Your Life (1 Episode) as Self
1952Somebody Loves Me as Jack Benny
1952Screen Snapshots: Memorial to Al Jolson as Self - Narrator
1952The Liberace Show (1 Episode) as Unknown
1950The Jack Benny Program (261 Episodes) as Jack Benny
1950The George Burns and Gracie Allen Show (1 Episode) as Jack Benny (uncredited)
1950The Colgate Comedy Hour (2 Episodes) as Self
1950The Bob Hope Show (9, 1, 1 Episode) as Self, Self - Cameo, Self - Guest hosts
1950You Can Change The World as Self
1950What's My Line? (2 Episodes) as Self
1949The Great Lover as Jack Benny (uncredited)
1948The Ed Sullivan Show (4 Episodes) as Self
1947Is Everybody Listening? as Jack Benny - Jack Benny Radio Program
1946Without Reservations as Jack Benny (uncredited)
1945The Horn Blows at Midnight as Athanael
1945It's in the Bag! as Jack Benny
1944Hollywood Canteen as Self
1943Show-Business at War as Self
1943The Meanest Man in the World as Richard Clarke
1942George Washington Slept Here as Bill Fuller
1942To Be or Not to Be as Joseph Tura
1941Charley's Aunt as Babbs Babberley
1941Three Of A Kind as Himself
1940Love Thy Neighbor as Jack Benny
1940Buck Benny Rides Again as Jack Benny
1939Man About Town as Bob Temple
1938Artists and Models Abroad as Buck Boswell
1938Hollywood Goes to Town as Self
1938Screen Snapshots Series 17, No. 6 as Self
1937Artists & Models as Mac Brewster
1936College Holiday as J. Davis Bowster
1936The Big Broadcast of 1937 as Jack Carson
1935It's in the Air as Calvin Churchill
1935Broadway Melody of 1936 as Bert Keeler
1934Transatlantic Merry-Go-Round as Chad Denby
1933Mr. Broadway as Jack Benny
1931Taxi Tangle as Man in taxi
1931A Broadway Romeo as Jack
1930The Medicine Man as Dr. John H. Harvey
1930Children of Pleasure as Radio Performer Jack (uncredited)
1930Lord Byron of Broadway as Voice on Radio
1930The Rounder as Mr. Bartlett
1930Chasing Rainbows as Eddie Rock
1929The Song Writers' Revue as Himself
1929The Hollywood Revue of 1929 as Self - Master of Ceremonies
1928Bright Moments as Unknown
Crew
1973Paper Moon ... Thanks
Production
1949The Lucky Stiff ... Producer