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Edward Vincent “Ed” Sullivan (September 28, 1901 – October 13, 1974) was an American entertainment writer and television host, best known as the presenter of the TV variety show The Ed Sullivan Show. The show was broadcast from 1948 to 1971 (a total of 23 years), which made it one of the longest-running variety shows in U.S. broadcast history.

• Born: September 28, 1901 New York City, New York, U.S.
• Died: October 13, 1974 (aged 73) New York City, New York, U.S.
• Occupation: Television host Writer
• Years active: 1932–1973
• Spouse: Sylvia (m. 1930–1973)

Read more about Ed Sullivan at Wikipedia or at the Internet Movie Database

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