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Danny Kaye Biography (Actor, Comedian and Singer)

Birthday: January 18, 1911 (Capricorn)

Born In: Brooklyn, New York, United States

Advanced Search Danny Kaye was an American actor and comedian famous for his dancing, impersonations and improvisations. He was also a singer and a successful recording artist blessed with great dancing skills. As a comedian he was much loved for his physical comedy, eccentric pantomimes, and funny rapid-fire novelty songs. A highly versatile man, he was not just a popular performer, but also a jet pilot, Chinese chef, and a humanitarian. Born to Ukrainian Jewish immigrants in Brooklyn, he became interested in singing, dancing and performing at a young age. His mother died when he was in his early years and he soon ran away from home with a friend and started earning his livelihood by performing on the streets. He did not graduate from high school and worked in a series of jobs as a young man. He finally found his big break when he was selected by a vaudeville dance act that toured all over the United States and also went to Asia and the Far East. He soon built a reputation as a vaudeville singer and comedian and eventually entered films. After starring in a few low-budget movies he found success as a film actor in the 1940s and 1950s. He was also a humanitarian who devoted a lot of time to charitable causes and had served as ambassador at large for the United Nations Children's Fund in the 1950s Image Credit http://likesuccess.com/author/danny-kaye Image Credit https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Danny_Kaye_6_Allan_Warren.jpg Image Credit http://fredallensotrhome.blogspot.in/2013/09/danny-kaye-45-02-17-dog-gets-danny.html Image Credit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBZ-KXWyYyI9yD1OfEGmPQg Image Credit https://mhamed-hassine-fantar.com/danny-kaye-movies.html Previous Next

Birthday: January 18, 1911 (Capricorn)

Born In: Brooklyn, New York, United States

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Also Known As: David Daniel Kaminsky

Died At Age: 76

Family:

Spouse/Ex-: Sylvia Fine

father: Jacob Nemerovsky Kaminsky

mother: Clara Nemerovsky Kaminsky

siblings: Larry Nemerovsky Kaminsky, Mac Nemerovsky Kaminsky

children: Dena Kaye

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Died on: March 3, 1987

place of death: Los Angeles, California, United States

Cause of Death: Heart Failure

Ancestry: Ukrainian American

City: Brooklyn, New York City

U.S. State: New Yorkers

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  What were Danny Kaye's most famous roles in movies?

  Some of Danny Kaye's most famous roles in movies include "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty," "The Court Jester," and "White Christmas."

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  Did Danny Kaye have any notable talents besides acting?

  Yes, Danny Kaye was also known for his skills as a singer, dancer, and comedian.

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  How did Danny Kaye contribute to the entertainment industry?

  Danny Kaye was not only a successful actor but also a philanthropist who raised millions of dollars for various charitable causes through his performances.

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  Did Danny Kaye have any unique quirks or habits?

  One of Danny Kaye's unique quirks was his ability to perform rapid-fire tongue-twisters with incredible precision and speed.

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  What was Danny Kaye's impact on popular culture?

  Danny Kaye's legacy continues to influence modern comedy and entertainment, with his distinctive style and performances inspiring future generations of artists.

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American CelebritiesAmerican MenNew Yorkers ActorsCapricorn ActorsAmerican Actors Childhood & Early YearsHe was born as David Daniel Kaminsky to Ukrainian Jewish immigrants in Brooklyn on January 18, 1911. His parents were Jacob and Clara Nemerovsky Kaminsky, and he had two elder brothers.He received his early education from a public school in Brooklyn before moving to Thomas Jefferson High School. As a school student he loved entertaining his classmates with songs and jokes. He did not graduate from high school.His mother died when he was in his early teens and soon after his mother’s death, he ran away with a friend to Florida. The two boys eked out their living as street performers for some time before returning home.His father understood his young son and gave him the chance to discover his abilities instead of forcing him to return to school. David struggled to find a job he liked—he worked in a series of small jobs but was unable to successfully establish himself in any profession.Continue Reading Below