Marty Allen
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Deceased · 2018
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Marty Allen is a actor from USA.
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Born
Career span77 years total
March 23rd, 1922
Birthplace
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
Known for
🎭 Actor
Nationality
United States
Died
Died 2018
Generation
Silent Generation
Career
77 years
Region
North America
How Marty Allen compares to other Actors
🎂Marty Allen is 42 years older than the average Actor
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Facts about Marty Allen
Did you know?
Did you know that Marty Allen earned a Purple Heart during his service as a tail gunner on a B-24 bomber in World War II?
5 Lesser-known facts
- His birth name was Morton David Alpern, which he later shortened for his stage career.
- He was a decorated World War II veteran, earning a Purple Heart while serving as a B-24 tail gunner.
- His iconic "Hello Dere!" catchphrase became nationally famous after his frequent appearances on "The Ed Sullivan Show."
- After Steve Rossi, he partnered with several comedians, including Steve DePass and his second wife, Kelli Allen.
- Allen continued performing live stand-up comedy and appearing on TV well into his 90s, showcasing remarkable longevity.
Career highlight
Marty Allen's career reached its zenith as one-half of the popular comedy duo Allen & Rossi in the 1960s. Their record-breaking 40 appearances on "The Ed Sullivan Show" catapulted them to national stardom, solidifying their place in TV variety show history.
Legacy
Marty Allen's legacy is defined by his enduring comedic charm, his iconic "Hello Dere!" catchphrase, and his remarkable longevity as an entertainer who brought laughter to audiences for over seven decades. He embodied the classic Borscht Belt humor that shaped American comedy.