George Burns (born Nathan Birnbaum; January 20, 1896 – March 9, 1996) was an American comedian, actor, writer, and singer, and one of the few entertainers whose career successfully spanned vaudeville, radio, film, and television. His arched eyebrow and cigar-smoke punctuation became familiar trademarks for over three-quarters of a century.

George Burns was an American actor, comedian, singer, and published author. He formed a comedy duo with his wife Gracie Allen (1895-1964), and typically played the straight man to her zany roles. Following her death, Burns started appearing as a solo performer.

Jan 16, 2025 · George Burns (born January 20, 1896, New York, New York, U.S.—died March 9, 1996, Beverly Hills, California) was an American comedian who—with his dry humour, gravelly voice, and ever-present cigar—was popular for more than …

Jan 18, 2019 · George Burns is best remembered as a comedian whose successful career spanned nearly eight decades. He was one of a few rare performers who found success in vaudeville, radio, television, and movies. For nearly a decade, he held the record for oldest winner of an acting Oscar.

May 22, 2024 · George Burns was an entertainer best known for his comedy acts with his partner and wife, Gracie Allen. His on stage persona characterized by his arched eyebrow and the ever-present cigar was much loved by his fans for his mild banter and natural comedic abilities.

May 11, 2018 · Comedian and actor George Burns (1896-1996) is a show business legend. When he died at the age of 100 in 1996, he had spent 90 years as a comic entertainer, making numerous television and film appearances and earning an enduring popularity with his obligatory-cigar-in-hand comedy routines.

Mar 10, 1996 · George Burns, the cigar-puffing comedian who was the best comic "straight man" of his time in a partnership with the brilliantly scatterbrained Gracie Allen, and who began a solo career...

Jan 20, 2016 · Cigar-smoking comic George Burns, one of America’s most enduring entertainers, joined his beloved wife and comedy partner, Gracie Allen, on a heavenly stage yesterday, dying just weeks after ...

Mar 9, 1996 · "The George Burns and Gracie Allen Show" (1950) Top Questions. Where was George Burns born? George Burns was born in New York City, New York, United States. When was George Burns born? George Burns was born on January 20, 1896. Is George Burns married?

Mar 18, 1996 · Forced to reinvent himself as a solo performer, Burns tried a couple of TV sitcoms, which failed to catch on, but soon found new life as a performer in nightclubs and on TV variety shows.