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George Gobel: Biography, Facts and Career

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George Gobel
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George Leslie Goebel (May 20, 1919 – February 24, 1991) was an American humorist, actor, and comedian. He was best known as the star of his own weekly comedy variety television series, The George Gobel Show, on NBC from 1954 to 1959 and on CBS from 1959 to 1960 (alternating in its last season with The Jack Benny Program). He was also a familiar panelist on the NBC game show Hollywood Squares.

Quick facts about George Gobel

  • Full name: George Gobel
  • Born: 1919-05-20
  • Nationality: United States
  • Known as: Comedian
  • Wikidata ID: Q3101602

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Who is George Gobel?

George Leslie Goebel (May 20, 1919 – February 24, 1991) was an American humorist, actor, and comedian.

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George Gobel is United States.

When was George Gobel born?

George Gobel was born on 1919-05-20.

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