Foster brooks on steve allen show
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Foster Brooks appearing on the Steve Allen show.!
Foster Brooks
American actor and comedian
Not to be confused with Brooks Foster.
Foster Brooks | |
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Born | Foster Murrell Brooks (1912-05-11)May 11, 1912 Louisville, Kentucky, U.S. |
Died | December 20, 2001(2001-12-20) (aged 89) Encino, Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
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Years active | 1952–1996 |
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Children | 6 |
Foster Murrell Brooks (May 11, 1912 – December 20, 2001) was an American actor and comedian best known for his portrayal of a lovable drunk in nightclub performances and television programs.
I react to a HILARIOUS interview on the Steve Allen show, featuring Foster Brooks as one of his guests!
Early life
[edit]Brooks was born in Louisville, Kentucky on May 11, 1912, to Edna (née Megowan) and Pleasant M. Brooks. He had seven brothers.[1] His career started in radio, notably with station WHAS (AM) in Louisville.
He was a staff announcer, and his deep baritone voice was also well-suited for singing. Brooks gained fame for h