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Ernest Edward Kovacs (January 23, 1919 – January 13, 1962) was an American comedian, actor, and writer. Kovacs's visually experimental and often spontaneous comedic style influenced numerous television comedy programs for years after his death.
Ernie Kovacs. Actor: Bell Book and Candle. Author, actor, comedian, composer and producer. He was educated at the New York School of Theatre, and received the Sylvania Television Award.
- January 23, 1919
- January 13, 1962
Ernie Kovacs was a noted American comedian and writer, remembered as much for his crazy slapstick sketches as for his visually experimental style. Although his talent was not fully recognized during his lifetime, he was later credited as an influence by many well-known comedians and artists.
Ernie Kovacs (January 23, 1919 – January 13, 1962) was an American comedian whose uninhibited, often ad-libbed, and visually experimental comedic style came to influence numerous television comedy programs for years after his death in an automobile accident.
Jun 10, 2024 · Ernie Kovacs (born Jan. 23, 1919, Trenton, N.J., U.S.—died Jan. 13, 1962, Los Angeles, Calif.) was an American television comedian. Kovacs created the television comedy variety show The Ernie Kovacs Show (1952–53, 1956) and became noted for his zany slapstick sketches.
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Ernie Kovacs. Actor: Bell Book and Candle. Author, actor, comedian, composer and producer. He was educated at the New York School of Theatre, and received the Sylvania Television Award.
To many, Ernie Kovacs (1919-1962) was the most brilliant comedian in history. His zany, visual humor was unlike any other performer of his day. His motion pictures were a combination of slapstick and bits of humor that took intelligence to enjoy.
