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Eddie Cantor (January 31, 1892 – October 10, 1964) was an American “illustrated song” performer, comedian, dancer, singer, actor and songwriter. Familiar to Broadway, radio, movie and early television audiences, this “Apostle of Pep” was regarded almost as a family member by millions because his top-rated radio shows revealed intimate stories and amusing anecdotes about his wife Ida and five daughters. Some of his hits include “Makin’ Whoopee”, “Ida”, “If You Knew Susie”, “Ma! He’s Makin’ Eyes at Me”, “Margie” and “How Ya Gonna Keep 'Em Down on the Farm (After They’ve Seen Paree?)” He also wrote a few songs, including “Merrily We Roll Along”, the Merrie Melodies Warner Bros. cartoon theme.

• Born: Edward Israel Iskowitz January 31, 1892 New York City, New York, U.S.
• Died: October 10, 1964 (aged 72) Beverly Hills, California, U.S.
• Occupation: Actor, comedian, dancer, singer-songwriter
• Years active: 1907–53
• Spouse: Ida Cantor (1914-62) 5 daughters

Read more about Eddie Cantor at Wikipedia or at the Internet Movie Database

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