Jackie Kahane
Canadian-American comedian (1921–2001)
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Jackie Kahane (1921–2001) was a stand-up comedian, actor and writer.
Kahane was born on 29 September 1921 in Narajow, Poland, although often incorrectly cited as Montreal. His parents immigrated to Montreal several years later. [1] He was most notable for working with Elvis Presley from 1972 until his death in 1977,[2] during which time he was once booed off the stage in Madison Square Garden due to the crowds impatience to see Presley perform.[3] He is also known for featuring in Elvis on Tour (1972), and appearing numerous times on The David Frost Show, The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson, and The Ed Sullivan Show.[4] In 1961, Kahane was selected along with Bill Cosby as one of Time magazine's outstanding comedians.[3]
He wrote and delivered the eulogy at Elvis' funeral, and died after a lengthy battle with cancer on 26 March 2001 in Encino, California.[3]
