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  1. John Herbert Gleason (February 26, 1916 – June 24, 1987), known as Jackie Gleason, was an American actor, comedian, writer, and composer also known as "The Great One". [1][2][3] He developed a style and characters from growing up in Brooklyn, New York, and was known for his brash visual and verbal comedy, exemplified by his city bus driver chara...

  2. Jackie Gleason. Actor: The Hustler. Comedian, actor, composer and conductor, educated in New York public schools. He was a master of ceremonies in amateur shows, a carnival barker, daredevil driver and a disc jockey, and later a comedian in night clubs.

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  3. Aug 2, 2024 · Jackie Gleason (born February 26, 1916, Brooklyn, New York, U.S.—died June 24, 1987, Fort Lauderdale, Florida) was an American comedian best known for his portrayal of Ralph Kramden in the television series The Honeymooners.

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  4. Jun 25, 1987 · Jackie Gleason, the roly-poly comedian, actor and musician who was one of the leading entertainment stars of the 1950's and 60's, died last night of cancer at his home in Fort...

  5. Learn about the life and career of Jackie Gleason, a comedian, actor, composer and conductor who starred in The Honeymooners and The Hustler. Find out his birth and death dates, family, trademarks, trivia, quotes and salaries.

    • Music Department, Actor, Writer
    • June 24, 1987
    • February 26, 1916
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  7. Dec 4, 2022 · From 1984, Morley Safer's profile of the "Great One," Jackie Gleason. "60 Minutes" is the most successful television broadcast in history. Offering hard-hitting inve...more.

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  8. Learn about the life and career of Jackie Gleason, the comedian, actor, musician and producer known as "The Great One". From his humble beginnings in Brooklyn to his TV and film success, his marriages and his legacy.

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