Joey Bishop
American entertainer (1918–2007)
Joey Bishop (February 3, 1918 – October 17, 2007) born Joseph Abraham Gottlieb, was an American entertainer. He appeared on television as early as 1948 and eventually starred in his own weekly comedy series playing a talk show host. He then later hosted a late night talk show.
Joey Bishop | |
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Bishop in 1967 | |
Born | Joseph Abraham Gottlieb February 3, 1918 New York City, U.S. |
Died | October 17, 2007 | (aged 89)
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Years active | 1948–1996 |
Spouse |
Sylvia Ruzga
(m. 1941; died 1999) |
Children | Larry Bishop |
He later became a member of the "Rat Pack" with Frank Sinatra, Peter Lawford, Sammy Davis, Jr., and Dean Martin. Bishop was born in The Bronx, New York.
Bishop died from heart failure in Newport Beach, California, aged 89.
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