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Jimmy Durante was an American entertainer, comedian, singer, and actor. He was known for his distinctive gravelly voice, his large nose, and his signature phrase, "Goodnight, Mrs. Calabash, wherever you are!" Durante was a popular vaudeville performer in the 1920s and 1930s, and was a major star of radio, film, and television in the 1940s and 1950s. He was also a successful recording artist, with several hit songs, including "Inka Dinka Doo" and "Frosty the Snowman". Durante began his career as a vaudeville performer in the early 1920s, and soon became a popular headliner. He made his Broadway debut in the musical comedy "The New Yorkers" in 1930, and went on to appear in several other Broadway shows. He also appeared in several films, including "The Great Ziegfeld" (1936) and "The Man Who Came to Dinner" (1941). Durante was a popular radio performer in the 1940s, and was the star of his own show, "The Jimmy Durante Show", from 1945 to 1949. He also appeared in several television shows, including "The Jimmy Durante Show" (1954-1955) and "The Jimmy Durante Comedy Hour" (1956-1957). Durante was a successful recording artist, with several hit songs, including "Inka Dinka Doo" and "Frosty the Snowman". He also wrote the lyrics to the song "Make Someone Happy", which was featured in the musical "Do Re Mi". Durante was married twice, first to Jean Olson (1921-1943) and then to Marjorie Little (1944-1974). He had two children, Ronald and Joanne. Durante died on 29 January, 1980 in Santa Monica, California, USA.
| Popular As | James Francis Durante |
| Occupation | soundtrack,actor,music_department |
| Age | 87 years old |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius |
| Born | 10 February 1893 |
| Birthday | 10 February |
| Birthplace | New York City, New York, USA |
| Date of death | 29 January, 1980 |
| Died Place | Santa Monica, California, USA |
| Nationality | United States |
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Jimmy Durante Height, Weight & Measurements
At 87 years old, Jimmy Durante height is 5' 7" (1.7 m) .
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| Height | 5' 7" (1.7 m) |
| Weight | Not Available |
| Body Measurements | Not Available |
| Eye Color | Not Available |
| Hair Color | Not Available |
Who Is Jimmy Durante's Wife?
His wife is Margie Little (14 December 1960 - 29 January 1980) ( his death) ( 1 child), Jeanne Olsen (19 June 1921 - 14 February 1943) ( her death)
| Family | |
|---|---|
| Parents | Not Available |
| Wife | Margie Little (14 December 1960 - 29 January 1980) ( his death) ( 1 child), Jeanne Olsen (19 June 1921 - 14 February 1943) ( her death) |
| Sibling | Not Available |
| Children | Not Available |
Jimmy Durante Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is Jimmy Durante worth at the age of 87 years old? Jimmy Durante’s income source is mostly from being a successful Soundtrack. He is from United States. We have estimated Jimmy Durante's net worth , money, salary, income, and assets.
| You're in the Army Now (1941) | $25 .000 |
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