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Edgar Bergen

Feb 16, 1903 - Sep 30, 1978 (75 years old) in Chicago, Illinois, USA

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Edgar John Bergen (born Edgar John Berggren, February 16, 1903 – September 30, 1978) was an American actor, comedian and radio performer, best known for his proficiency in ventriloquism and his characters Charlie McCarthy and Mortimer Snerd. He was the father of actress Candice Bergen.

Known For

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Burke's Law
George Smith
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What's My Line?
Self - Mystery Guest
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The Steve Allen Show
Self - Ventriloquist
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Dinah!
Self
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The Muppet Show
Self - Special Guest Star
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The Phynx
Edgar Bergen
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Fun and Fancy Free
Himself / Charlie McCarthy / Mortimer Snerd

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