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Eddie Cantor

Who

Eddie Cantor · Arts & Literature

What

Vaudeville and film comedian, singer and radio star

When

1892, New York City, USA — 1964, Beverly Hills, California, USA

Where

United States

Biography

Eddie Cantor is recognized among Jewish contributors to Arts & Literature — Vaudeville and film comedian, singer and radio star

How & why

Eddie Cantor was a hugely popular American entertainer of the early 20th century, starring in vaudeville, Broadway, films, and radio, and known as 'Banjo Eyes.' He was born Isidore Itzkowitz on New York's Lower East Side to a Russian-Jewish immigrant family and was raised by his grandmother. He helped found the March of Dimes and championed many charitable causes.

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Vaudeville and film comedian, singer and radio star

1892

Source: Wikipedia