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Jack Gilford Biography
Birth Name:Jacob Aaron Gellman
Birth Place:New York City,
Profession Actor, Soundtrack
Fast Facts
- Is credited with inventing the comedic phrase, "The butler did it!"
- Was "discovered" by comic Milton Berle while working in a pharmacy
- Is well known for his facial pantomime of "pea soup coming to a boil․"
- Is widely recognized for his movie satire routines
- In 1938, he became the master of ceremonies at the first integrated nightclub in downtown New York
- In the 1950s, he was one of the entertainers placed on the Hollywood Blacklist
Awards
- 1974Oscar-Best Actor in a Supporting Role: nominated
- 1974Golden Globe-Best Supporting Actor - Motion Picture: nominated
- 1989Primetime Emmy-Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series: nominated
- 1989Primetime Emmy-Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series: nominated
- 1990Saturn Award-Best Supporting Actor: nominated