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Grace Ethel Cecile Rosalie Allen (July 26, 1895 [1] [2] [3] – August 27, 1964) was an American vaudevillian, singer, actress, and comedian who became internationally famous as the zany partner and comic foil of husband George Burns, her straight man, appearing with him on radio, television and film as the duo Burns and Allen .
Gracie Allen (born July 26, 1902, San Francisco, California, U.S.—died August 27, 1964, Hollywood, California) was an American comedian who, with her husband, George Burns, formed the comedy team Burns and Allen.
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Gracie Allen was born on 26 July 1895 in San Francisco, California, USA. She was an actress and writer, known for A Damsel in Distress (1937), The George Burns and Gracie Allen Show (1950) and The Gracie Allen Murder Case (1939).
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Learn about the life and career of Gracie Allen, a comedian and actress who was married to George Burns. Find out her birth date, trademark, trivia, quotes and more on IMDb.
- July 26, 1895
- August 27, 1964
HOLLYWOOD, Aug. 28—Gracie Allen, whose zany comedy helped make Burns and Allen a top show business act for years, died of a heart attack last night at Cedars of Lebanon Hospital. She was...
Neighbor Blanche Morton frequently joined Gracie in escapades which annoy hubby Harry and provides George with an opportunity to offer a humorous soliloquy.
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Gracie Allen was known for her unique sense of humor and quick wit, often delivering hilarious one-liners during her performances with her husband, George Burns. She was a talented actress who starred in several films and television shows, earning critical acclaim for her comedic timing and charm.