Bill Dana

Bill Dana

Deceased · Born: Oct 5, 1924 · Died: Jun 15, 2017

Personal Details

BornOct 5, 1924 Quincy, Massachusetts, USA
Spouse
  • Evelyn Shular

    ( Feb 28, 1981 to Jun 15, 2017 )
  • Maura McGiveney

    ( Jan 10, 1972 to May 1, 1972 )

Biography

Noted comedic virtuoso, accomplished author, and talented composer, boasting a prestigious educational background from esteemed Emerson College.

As a decorated veteran of World War II, he proudly served in the US Infantry, earning recognition for his bravery and dedication.

Subsequently, he collaborated with Dana and Wood, bringing his unique brand of humor to both television and supper clubs, delighting audiences with his irrepressible wit and charm.

As a solo artist, he shared the television stage with the incomparable Martha Raye and Imogene Coca, cementing his status as a master of comedic timing and versatility.

Moreover, he honed his writing skills, crafting clever scripts for the inimitable Steve Allen, and further showcasing his talents in night clubs and on vinyl records.

In 1958, he joined the esteemed American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers (ASCAP),and his impressive repertoire of popular song compositions includes the iconic "My Name Jose Jimenez", the endearing "All About Love", and the infectious "Big Bells and Bongo Drummers".

Career

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1990
Lena's Holiday
Lena's Holiday as Armenian Cabbie
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1983
Zorro and Son
Zorro and Son as Bernardo
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1980
The Nude Bomb
The Nude Bomb as Jonathan Levinson Seigle
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1978
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1975
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1974
Harrad Summer
Harrad Summer as Jack Schacht
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1972
The Snoop Sisters
The Snoop Sisters as Melvin Kaplan
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1967
The Busy Body
The Busy Body as Archie Brody
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1966
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1963
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2007
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1976
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1975
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1980
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1966