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Jack Benny

(1894-1974)
American comedic entertainer
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Jack Benny (born Benjamin Kubelsky; February 14, 1894 – December 26, 1974) was an American entertainer who evolved from a modest success as a violinist on the vaudeville circuit to one of the leading entertainers of the twentieth century with a highly popular comedic career in radio, television, and film. He was known for his comic timing and the ability to cause laughter with a long pause or a single expression, such as his signature exasperated summation "Well! "

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Born Benjamin Kubelsky
14 February 1894
Chicago, Illinois
Died
26 December 1974 (aged 80)
Holmby Hills, California
Zodiac Aquarius
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