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Jan Murray (born Murray Janofsky; October 4, 1916 – July 2, 2006) was an American stand-up comedian, actor, and game-show host who originally made his name on the Borscht Belt and later was known for his frequent television appearances over several decades.
Jan Murray (1916-2006) was a versatile performer who hosted game shows, told stories, and acted in films and TV. He was the first comedian to host a TV game show and a regular on The Hollywood Squares.
- January 1, 1
- New York City, New York, USA
- January 1, 1
- Beverly Hills, California, USA
Jul 3, 2006 · Jan Murray was born Murray Janofsky on Oct 4, 1916, in the Bronx, family members said yesterday. His parents, Herman and Celia Janofsky, were immigrants from Eastern Europe.
Jan Murray was a comedian, actor, host and raconteur who performed in vaudeville, TV and film. He was the first comedian to host a TV game show and a regular on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson.
- October 4, 1916
- July 2, 2006
Jul 3, 2006 · Jan Murray, one of the fabled generation of comics who rose from the Catskills to prime time TV, tickling fans of the 1950s game show “Treasure Hunt,” has died. He was 89.Murray, who also ...
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Jan Murray (born Murray Janofsky; October 4, 1916 – July 2, 2006) was an American stand-up comedian, actor, and game-show host who originally made his name on the Borscht Belt and later was known for his frequent television appearances over several decades.
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Jul 4, 2006 · LOS ANGELES — Jan Murray, one of the fabled generation of comics who rose from the Catskills to prime-time TV, tickling fans of the 1950s game show "Treasure Hunt," has died. He was 89. Mr. Murray, who appeared in dozens of movies and TV shows, died Sunday at his home in Beverly Hills, son Howard Murray said in a telephone interview Monday.
