Jerry Lester

Acting

Biography

Jerry Lester (February 16, 1910 – March 23, 1995) was an American comedian, singer and performer on radio, television and the stage, who hosted the first network late night television program as host of Broadway Open House on NBC, a vaudeville-esque combination of comedy and music, whose success demonstrated the potential for late-night television and led to the creation of the Tonight Show.

Personal Info

• Known For Acting
• Gender Male
• Birthday February 16, 1910 (85 years old)
• Died March 23, 1995
• Place of Birth Chicago, Illinois, USA